Academy at Drexel Apartments

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6140 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
(708) 576-4579
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Academy at Drexel

6140 S Drexel Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(708) 576-4579
Academy at Drexel in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • 1–4 Bedrooms
  • $1,320-$1,925Pricing
  • 597–1,405Square Feet

Rent Specials

Look & Lease Special! Tour and apply within 24 hours of touring and receive a $500 concession!

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About Academy at Drexel

Come experience the fresh, new look of this classic apartment community conveniently located in Woodlawn! Be one of the first to enjoy our new fitness center and community room. Many of our apartment units are undergoing renovations as well and some units feature new flooring, cabinets and appliances. Enjoy the convenient location, spacious apartments and free parking within walking distance of the University of Chicago!

Academy at Drexel is located in the Woodlawn Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by Avanath Realty Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Maintenance Service
  • Community Room
  • Complimentary Parking for Residents
  • FREE Online Fitness Program | Wellbeats
  • Full Service Kitchen
  • Gated Entry
  • Modern Appliances
  • On-Site Laundry Facilities
  • On-Site Management
  • Paid Parking for Guest at $2 an Hour
  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious Closets

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Academy at Drexel offers 1 to 4 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,320 and having 597–1,405 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom 1 Bath

    $1,320

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 597 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,320Available Now6140-612597
    $1,320Available Now6140-601597
    $1,320Available Now6140-605597

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-612 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-612 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-601 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-601 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320

    Unit 6140-605 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 6140-605 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,320

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,320
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan B

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan B800 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    2 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 913 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B913 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    2 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1000 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A1000 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan A

    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 801 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan A801 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan B

    $1,925

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1129 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,925Available Now6140-1081129
    $1,925Available Now6140-0051129
    $1,925Available Now6140-4051129

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,925

    Unit 6140-108 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    Unit 6140-005 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    Unit 6140-405 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan A

    $1,925

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1058 sq ft
    Available Nov 28

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,925 November 28, 20256140-1091058

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 6140-109 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,925

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,925

    3 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1081 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B1081 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1305 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan A1305 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan E

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1160 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan E1160 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan C

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1275 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan C1275 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan D

    3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1350 sq ft
     
    Largest 3 BedroomThis is the largest 3 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Plan D1350 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 4 Bedrooms

    4 Bedroom 1.5 Bath

    4 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1405 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability4 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1405 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 86 Units
  • 6 Stories
  • Built in 1959

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee$250
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage Rent$0/mo
Storage Deposit$0

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • 1 Pet Limit
  • $300 Fee
  • 25 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Must be pre-approved by management | Restrictions: Breed and size

Cats

  • 1 Pet Limit
  • $300 Fee
  • 15 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Must be pre-approved by management | Restrictions: Breed and size

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Clubhouse

Outdoor Features

  • Gated
  • Porch
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna

Interior Features

  • Intercom
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
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6140 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Academy at Drexel

Where is Academy at Drexel located?

Academy at Drexel is located at 6140 S Drexel Ave near the Woodlawn area of Chicago, IL

What is the current rent range at Academy at Drexel?

1 Bedroom to 4 Bedroom Apartments at Academy at Drexel currently range from $1,320 to $1,925

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Academy at Drexel are
  • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Academy at Drexel is: Look & Lease Special! Tour and apply within 24 hours of touring and receive a $500 concession!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.0

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The Academy at Drexel Apartments are 11.55% cheaper than the average apartment in the Woodlawn area, and 44.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Woodlawn Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,320$1,479-$159-10.8%
    3 Bedroom$1,925$2,195-$270-12.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,320$2,343-$1,023-43.7%
    3 Bedroom$1,925$3,484-$1,559-44.7%

    Methodology: On 11/08/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 285 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Academy at Drexel (Woodlawn), and 16280 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 11/08/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.0
11 Renters Reviews
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  • Verified Renter

    April 14, 2025
    Neighbors can great but some are inconsiderate to other neighbors around as far as being loud and rude early in the morning I guess we need to put up a sign like a child to be considerate to neighbors!!!!!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    February 25, 2025
    I can Only speak for myself. I've been a resident for almost 8 years. I feel very comfortable in my unit and can actually consider it Home. I was thinking of moving a couple times in the past out of state but lost the desire to do so because of the Homey feel of my unit at Drexel. I'm comfortable and appreciate the staff doing such a wonderful job in accommodating my/our needs.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    November 11, 2024
    I have nothing to say at this time, I love my unit and I’m grateful for this opportunity. At this time but I pay too much rent to have to live in these conditions.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    September 26, 2024
    It's a nice place to live. They take care of the building. There are some nice amenities such as the Work out. Room and community room. I find maintenance to be very responsive. And? I have some nice neighbors. The greatest thing I like is that we have parking. So you don't have to park on the street and it's for Residents and some Amenities for visitors to park also. It's extremely hard to find this in the city of chicago. I'm right at the Edge of Hyde Park in Washington Park, where there are ...
    a lot of. Events happening all the time. So it's great for kids and it's close to the beach.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Verified Renter

    September 13, 2024
    Well I've been at Drexel since 2017. When I first arrived it was in transformation of receiving new management I believe and I can honestly say it's been nothing but up since I've been here. I feel safe, my neighbors are quite courteous and pretty much I love the fact we have cameras as a part of security.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Roaches Roaches and Roaches

    May 6, 2020
    I live here. This place is infested with roaches. Not normal size roaches I'm talking 2 1/2 inches long not including the antennas. I've never lived with roaches before, I rarely want to have company. These Roaches are so big I can hear them walking from time to time. I can't believe I moved here, I'm so upset. I hate it here. Take my advice..DO NOT MOVE HERE!!!!!! They said we were supposed to get new entry doors it's been a year and Nope!! The buzzer to my apartment has never worked!!They ...
    rehabbed the building but the roaches the size of horses remain
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Lots of Improvements underway!!

    March 10, 2019
    Hey! I just moved here and wanted to comment. There is new owners and management in place and they are making lots of improvements. My apartment has all new everything and is really nice. They are painting the halls and putting in new flooring and making a new fitness center. There’s a new Jewel/Osco around the corner that just opened too. This place is looking great.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Ridiculous

    February 19, 2019
    From day 1 its been a nightmare....roach,electrical, water, security,waste issues and people that dont care!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Please I’m begging you don’t move here

    July 15, 2018
    This place is very nasty infested with roaches move and cockroaches. Your apt will constantly flood and management won’t do anything abt it. It is a horrible and very nasty place to live please dint come here
    Review from Apartments.com
  • don't buy this house

    April 16, 2018
    this house is infested with roaches and mice, the chutes are always filled up with trash, everything is old and fragile, and the bells don't work
    Review from Apartments.com
  • GREAT PLACE

    August 2, 2015
    I HAVE EVERYTHING I NEED AROUND MY APARTMENT,STORES THE TRAIN AND MOST OF ALL GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD AND NEIGHBORES
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Fiske Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
6020 South Langley Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-8 (343 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
6/10

Hyde Park Academy High School

Chicago Public Schools
6220 South Stony Island Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (760 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
1/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Academy at Drexel.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Buckingham Fountain

S Columbus Drive
13 minute drive / 6.28 miles away

National Museum of Mexican Art

1852 W 19th St
13 minute drive / 6.44 miles away

Cloud Gate

Millennium Park
15 minute drive / 7.2 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1533 E 67th St
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

Autozone

6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Aldi

7800 S South Chicago Ave
5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Chicago

5801 S Ellis Ave
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

Illinois Institute of Technology

10 West 35th Street
8 minute drive / 4.05 miles away

Chicago State University

9501 S. King Drive
9 minute drive / 4.32 miles away

Groceries

Jewel-Osco

6014 S Cottage Grove Ave
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Save-A-Lot

344 E 63rd St
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

Aldi

7800 S South Chicago Ave
5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Hospitals

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

5841 South Maryland
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Provident Hospital Of Chicago

500 E 51st St
5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

St. Bernard Hospital

326 W 64th St
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn
17 minute drive / 7.99 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Shedd Aquarium

1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago
12 minute drive / 5.94 miles away

Millennium Park

201 East Randolph Street
15 minute drive / 7.28 miles away

Wendella Boats

400 North Michigan Avenue
16 minute drive / 7.66 miles away

Academy at Drexel has 5 parks within 8.6 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Wendella Boats, Funhouse Maze, and Oak Street Beach.

Restaurants and Dining

Villain's Bar and Grill

649 S Clark St
14 minute drive / 6.67 miles away

Greek Islands

200 S Halsted
15 minute drive / 7.27 miles away

The Beer Bistro

1061 W Madison St.
16 minute drive / 7.56 miles away

Shopping Centers

Woodlawn Gardens Plaza

800-830 E 63rd St
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

Family Plaza

6501 S Cottage Grove Ave
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

Southeast Food & Liquor

6820 S Stony Island Ave
2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

Academy at Drexel has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Transit Stations

Cottage Grove Station-Green Line

800 E. 63rd St.
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

63rd Street Station-Metra Electric Line

1400 E 63rd Pl
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

63rd Street Station-South Shore Line

6351 S Dorchester Ave
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $1,891$550$8,000
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,343$725$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,889$900$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,484$788$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,020$1,040$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,131$2,500$10,000+
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $14,617$4,795$10,000+

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