79th Street Apartments offers comfortable South Side apartment homes near neighborhood shopping, CTA bus routes, Metra Electric options, and major corridors connecting Chatham, Auburn Gresham, Avalon Park, and nearby communities. The interiors shown in the photo set include bright rooms, practical layouts, and clean everyday finishes.
This is a straightforward, well-located option for renters looking for access to transportation, shopping, and neighborhood conveniences along the 79th Street corridor. Photos are owner-provided from the area property group and may show representative units where exact layout or finishes vary.
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79th Street Apartments
740 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit MSX1 Studio, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,200 |
 Unit M1X1 1 bd, 1 ba | 750 | Now | $1,500 |
What's special
Practical layoutsClean everyday finishesBright rooms
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: None
Services & facilities
- Online Rent Payment
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- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
Flooring
- Hardwood
Heating
- Gas
Policies
Lease terms
- One year
Parking
- Street Parking Available
Utilities included in rent
- Electricity
- Gas
Pet essentials
- DogsDogs are not allowed
- CatsCats are not allowed
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed
Cats
Cats are not allowed
Neighborhood: Chatham
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in Chicago
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Tanner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Hirsch Metropolitan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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Frequently asked questions
79th Street Apartments is located at 740 E 79th St in Chatham, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Yassa African Restaurant, Pie Guys Bakery and Cafe, and Uncle John's Barbeque.
The nearest public transit stop is 79th Cottage Grove, approximately 0.2 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Chicago is currently $1,400 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
79th Street Apartments is located within 0.2 miles of Pride Cleaners, 0.3 miles of New Life Covenant Southeast, and 0.7 miles of NS 47th Street Terminal.
79th Street Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.8 miles from A&S Beverages, 0.9 miles from ALDI, and 1 mile from L & P Wholesale. Additional shopping options, including AutoZone, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in 79th Street Apartments ranges from $1,200 to $1,500. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Chicago has remained stable month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to 79th Street Apartments include Tanner Elementary School and Hirsch Metropolitan High School.
