7609-11 South Essex Avenue
7611 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
Details
Property Information
- Built in 1928
- 12 units / 3 stories
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
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Active73 / 100
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Transit
Commuter Rail
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
23 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
45 min Drive
Moving to South Shore, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 7609-11 South Essex Avenue proximity to 2346 E 79th St, Horizon Plaza, and 7625 S Jeffrey Blvd. 2346 E 79th St is 0.6 miles away, and Horizon Plaza is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 7609-11 South Essex Avenue has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 6.5 miles. Transit options include Cottage Grove Station and 79Th Street Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 7609-11 South Essex Avenue are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Arthur Ashe Beach Park, Rainbow Beach Park, and South Shore Cultural Center.
Airports
Living in South Shore provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 24 minutes from 7609-11 South Essex Avenue. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 28.4 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Holman Leadership Academy
Grades PK-5
Private
Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School
Grades 9-12
Public
South Central Community Services - South Shore
Grades 9-12
Private
Christ Light World Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Chicago
Drive: 8 min (4 mi)
Chicago State University
Drive: 13 min (6.1 mi)
Ill. Inst. of Technology
Drive: 15 min (7.6 mi)
Richard J. Daley College
Drive: 18 min (9.1 mi)
About 7609-11 South Essex Avenue
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