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  • 6516 S University

    6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

    Located in Woodlawn, Chicago zip code 60637
    Apartment building
    Other parking
    Air conditioning available
    Shared laundry
    5–unit building
    1,250–1,750 sqft
    2 bedrooms
    1–1.5 bathrooms

    What's special

    Facts, features & policies

    Building amenities

    Services & facilities
    • Shared laundry

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 12
    Parking
    • Parking lot

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Cooling
    • Air conditioning
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    Internet/Satellite
    • Cable

    Neighborhood: Woodlawn

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    Woodlawn Elementary Community School
    Grades PK-6 • 0.4 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    3/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
    Grades PK-8 • 0.6 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10

    Woodlawn sits on Chicago’s South Side, west of Lake Michigan and just south of Washington Park. Its streets mix residential blocks with historic architecture, including the University of Chicago’s nearby Gothic-style buildings and the landmarked Rosenwald Courts. Washington Park offers open lawns, paths and playgrounds; the lakefront and Jackson Park are also reachable to the east. Local dining and coffee options line parts of Cottage Grove Avenue and 63rd Street, while nearby Hyde Park adds shops, restaurants, museums and cultural venues. The Green Line and Metra Electric provide rail connections, and buses serve major streets; cycling and driving are other ways to get around. The neighborhood has warm, humid summers and cold winters, with lake breezes shaping conditions near the shore. Woodlawn’s median rent is $1,860 per month, with a typical range of $550 to $4,500, based on 84 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 6516 S University located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    6516 S University is located at 6516 S University Ave in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Robust Coffee Lounge, Daley's Restaurant, and Build Coffee.

    What is the average rent in Chicago, IL?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago is currently $1,860 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 6516 S University?

    The schools assigned to 6516 S University include Woodlawn Elementary Community School, Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School, and Till Elementary Math & Science Academy.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 6516 S University?

    6516 S University is located near 5 grocery stores, including ALDI (0.4 miles) and Jewel-Osco (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Christian Fields Style Bar, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 6516 S University?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 6516 S University include Bernard Mitchell Hospital (0.9 miles away), Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (1 mile away), and University of Chicago Medicine (1 mile away).

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