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Property Description
Top Floor 2 Bed / 1 Bath in Prime South Shore Location. Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom top-floor apartment coming soon, to be freshly painted and delivered in good, move-in ready condition prior to occupancy. Enjoy reliable and efficient radiator (boiler) heat, with heat and water included in the rent, along with great natural light and added privacy from the top-floor location. Located in a cooperative building where ownership takes pride in maintaining the property, offering a well-kept and professionally managed environment. Situated in a highly convenient area with easy access to public transportation, including walking distance to the Metra Electric line for a quick commute downtown, as well as nearby bus routes, shopping, restaurants, parks, and Lake Michigan. Private assigned parking is available for an additional monthly fee. Please note the unit has not yet been turned over in preparation for the new resident, but work will begin soon. Minimum 650 credit score required, income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent, Section 8 is welcome, and lease protection insurance and renters insurance are required.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7017 S Merrill Ave #305
General
- Rent: $1,500
- Status: Active
- Type: Rental
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12609676
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease Includes: Heat, Water, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
- Date Available: 4/3/2026
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Assigned, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: CHI - South Shore
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: From 71st Street, head north on Merrill Avenue to the property at 7017 S Merrill Ave on the west side of the street.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Mgmt. Company: Straight-A Property Management
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Low-Rise (1 to 3 Stories)
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Entry Floor Number: 3
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,200
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 21
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $1,500
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Listed by Straight-A Realty, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 7017 S Merrill Ave #305
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Okeeffe Elementary School 6940 South Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School 1955 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 | 12- | 0.7 mi |
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School 2100 East 87th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 7017 S Merrill Ave #305
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/03/2026
Listed
$1,500
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
7017 S Merrill Avenue #305, Chicago, IL 60649 (MLS# 12609676) is a Rental property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 7017 S Merrill Avenue #305 is currently listed for rent at $1,500 and was received on April 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 7017 S Merrill Avenue #305? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in South Shore? You can browse all South Shore rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

