Oglesby Towers Apartments

6700 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$1,274 - $2,527	Studio - 3 Beds	Studio - 3	1 - 3.5 Baths	1 - 3.5	400 - 2,300 sq. ft.
View Fees and Policies	Studio - 3 Beds	Studio - 3	1 - 3.5 Baths	1 - 3.5	400 - 2,300 sq. ft.

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1

$1,274 - $1,653

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 650 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 16

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1805

$1,274

650 Sq. Ft.

7/16/26

2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1B

$1,811 - $2,527

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,200 Sq. Ft.

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5 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0801

$1,861

1,200 Sq. Ft.

Now

0701

$1,831

1,200 Sq. Ft.

5/16/26

1401

$1,891

1,200 Sq. Ft.

5/18/26

2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2B

$1,846 - $2,508

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,215 Sq. Ft.

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4 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0603

$1,846

1,215 Sq. Ft.

Now

0803

$1,881

1,215 Sq. Ft.

5/16/26

1303

$1,931

1,215 Sq. Ft.

5/23/26

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Property Information

Built in 1963
191 units / 24 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

Amenity Fee
$75 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

Application Fee Per Applicant
$75

Due at Move-In

Administrative Fee
$395

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.

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Property Highlights

*Newly Remodeled Kitchens
24/7 Package Locker Service
24-Hour Laundry Center
Additional Storage Available
Balconies*
Bicycle Storage Room
Breakfast Bars
Breakfast Bars*
Cable and Internet Ready
Ceiling Fans*
Ceramic Flooring in Bathrooms*
Ceramic Flooring in Kitchens
Community Room
Custom 42 inch Maple Kitchen Cabinetry
Defined Foyers
Electric Self-Cleaning Ovens
Enormous Closets
Evening Door Attendant
Heated Garage
Newly Remodeled Bathrooms*
No Security Deposit
Online Payment and Service Portal
Organizer Shelving
Outstanding Views of Lake and Skyline
Oversized Wall-to-Wall Windows
Plush Carpeting
Resident Referral Program
Walk to Lake, Beach and Golf Course
Window Treatments
Wood Flooring

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Heating
Kitchen
Oven
Smoke Free

Community Features

Bicycle Storage
Business Center
Controlled Access
Elevator
Fitness Center
Garages
Key Fob Entry
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable70 / 100

Transit

Good public transit70 / 100

Driveability

Very drivable80 / 100

Bikeability

Very bikeable80 / 100

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Airport

Chicago Midway International

22 min Drive

Airport

Chicago O'Hare International

44 min Drive

Moving to South Shore, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Oglesby Towers Apartments proximity to Paxton Place, Jeffrey Plaza, and Southeast Food & Liquor. Paxton Place is 0.7 miles away, and Jeffrey Plaza is within a 16 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 70, Oglesby Towers Apartments has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.5 miles. Transit options include Cottage Grove Station and King Drive Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Oglesby Towers Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including South Shore Cultural Center, Arthur Ashe Beach Park, and Jackson Park.

Airports

Living in South Shore provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 22 minutes from Oglesby Towers Apartments. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.1 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Stair Step Villa Nursery & Kindergarten

Grades PK-5

Private

Okeeffe Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

St Philip Neri Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

South Shore Intl Col Prep High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Hyde Park Academy High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Christ Light World Academy

Grades PK-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

University of Chicago

Drive: 6 min (2.6 mi)

Ill. Inst. of Technology

Drive: 12 min (6.4 mi)

Chicago State University

Drive: 15 min (7 mi)

Columbia College Chicago

Drive: 15 min (8.1 mi)

About Oglesby Towers Apartments

Oglesby Towers is a luxury community a block from South Shore Drive on the edge of Hyde Park and South Shore. We boast spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartments with spectacular balcony views, indoor parking, and other building amenities.

Oglesby Towers Apartments is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

Contact

Property Address:

6700 S Oglesby Ave,
Chicago, IL 60649

Phone Number: (219) 600-8257

More Information:

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Office Hours

SundayCLOSED
Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For Oglesby Towers Apartments

4.6

107 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

4/17/26

Verified Renter

Oglesby Towers is an excellent choice for apartment living. Great location, beautiful apartments with outstanding views, well managed, and excellent public transportation..

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3/13/26

Verified Renter

I really enjoy the Oglesby Towers community. The management and maintenance staff are professional, welcoming, supportive, and attentive.

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2/26/26

Verified Renter

Very helpful since I moved in… 2nd lease and the space is great…

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1/29/26

Verified Renter

I enjoy my apartment and location, but every building in Chicago probably needs a little improvement. Window washing did occur once I wonder how often you can expect that, it was appreciated.

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10/10/25

Verified Renter

Great place to live. Ideal location on the lakefront, multiple public transportation choices, beautiful apartments with fantastic views and well managed.

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Property Manager at Oglesby Towers Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for the review! We're thrilled that you're enjoying everything our community has to offer and appreciate you taking the time to share this with us. If there's anything we can do to enhance your stay, please don't hesitate to let us know.... Have a wonderful rest of your week!