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6516 S University Ave

6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637

1-3 beds 1-1.5 baths 600-1,200 sqft

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Type:
Apartment
Neighborhood:
Woodlawn
ZIP code:
60637
Status:
Active
Last checked:
1 hour ago

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Pet policy

No pets allowed.
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Exterplexy Real Estate and Management LLC
Property listed in the Yardi Rental ILS Network (RentCafe.com & Point2Homes.com).

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Somewhat walkable
Walk Score®
74
Excellent transit
Transit Score®
67
Bikeable
Bike Score®
The area around 6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 is somewhat walkable. While some services and amenities are accessible on foot, a car may still be needed for certain errands. The area has excellent public transportation, providing a variety of reliable options for commuting. 6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 is in a moderately bikeable area, offering some cycling infrastructure to support local rides.
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  • Chicago's city center
    24 min
    51 min
    50 min
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DJ Brooks Child Development Center
Childcare • 0.85 mi
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UChicago Child Development Center - Drexel
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Child's World Academic Inc.
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Kenyatta's Day Care and Learning Center
Childcare • 2.02 mi
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Shining Star Child Development
Childcare • 4.15 mi
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Mari's Bumble Bee Academy
Childcare • 4.72 mi
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Restoring the Seed Childcare
Childcare • 4.84 mi
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Daycare
Childcare • 5.07 mi
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Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
Public • PK, K-8 • 460 students • 0.17 mi
5/10
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
Public • PK, K-6 • 180 students • 0.31 mi
6/10
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
Public • PK, K-8 • 307 students • 0.52 mi
1/10
Carnegie Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 443 students • 0.65 mi
5/10
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 248 students • 0.75 mi
5/10
Fiske Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 343 students • 0.80 mi
5/10
Revere Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 215 students • 0.82 mi
1/10
Univ Of Chicago Lab School
Private • PK-12 • 2188 students • 0.85 mi
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Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
Public • PK, K-8 • 460 students • 0.17 mi
5/10
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
Public • PK, K-6 • 180 students • 0.31 mi
6/10
Hyde Park Day School
Private • 2-8 • 57 students • 0.33 mi
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Hyde Park Day School Chicago Campus
Private • 1-8 • 66 students • 0.33 mi
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Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
Private • 5-12 • 72 students • 0.36 mi
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Drexel Learning Center
Private • K-6 • 15 students • 0.42 mi
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Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
Public • PK, K-8 • 307 students • 0.52 mi
1/10
Carnegie Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 443 students • 0.65 mi
5/10
Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
Public • PK, K-8 • 460 students • 0.17 mi
5/10
UChicago Charter - Woodlawn Campus
Charter • 6-12 • 583 students • 0.28 mi
4/10
Hyde Park Day School
Private • 2-8 • 57 students • 0.33 mi
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Hyde Park Day School Chicago Campus
Private • 1-8 • 66 students • 0.33 mi
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Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
Private • 5-12 • 72 students • 0.36 mi
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Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
Public • PK, K-8 • 307 students • 0.52 mi
1/10
Carnegie Elementary School
Public • PK, K-8 • 443 students • 0.65 mi
5/10
Univ of Chicago Charter Schools
Charter • K-12 • 1817 students • 0.73 mi
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UChicago Charter - Woodlawn Campus
Charter • 6-12 • 583 students • 0.28 mi
4/10
Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School
Private • 5-12 • 72 students • 0.36 mi
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Mt Carmel High School
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Univ of Chicago Charter Schools
Charter • K-12 • 1817 students • 0.73 mi
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67th Street & University
Bus
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67th Street & Greenwood
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67th Street & Minerva
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67th Street & Ellis
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0.23 mi
67th Street & Ingleside
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0.26 mi
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0.27 mi
63rd Street & Greenwood
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0.29 mi
63rd Street & Ellis
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0.30 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
Airport
5.18 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
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67th Street & University
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0.22 mi
67th Street & Greenwood
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0.22 mi
67th Street & Minerva
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0.23 mi
67th Street & Ellis
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0.23 mi
67th Street & Ingleside
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0.26 mi
67th Street & Woodlawn
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0.27 mi
63rd Street & Greenwood
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0.29 mi
63rd Street & Ellis
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0.30 mi
Cottage Grove
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0.46 mi
63rd Street
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0.49 mi
Stony Island
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0.91 mi
Stony Island Metra Station
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0.94 mi
59th Street (University of Chicago)
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0.96 mi
75th Street (Grand Crossing)
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1.20 mi
55th-56th-57th Street
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1.28 mi
Bryn Mawr
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Robust Coffee Lounge
Restaurant
0.31 mi
McKie's DJ Lounge
Drinks
0.42 mi
Conscious Plates
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Woodlawn Dining Commons
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McKie's DJ Lounge
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The University of Chicago Pub
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Randy's Lounge
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Woodlawn Tap
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President’s Lounge
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0.43 mi
McDonald's
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JJ Fish & Chicken
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0.83 mi
Dunkin'
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Baskin-Robbins
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Panera Bread
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Church's Chicken
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Robust Coffee Lounge
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Conscious Plates
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0.42 mi
Daley's Restaurant
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0.45 mi
Woodlawn Dining Commons
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0.61 mi
Arley D. Cathey Dining Commons
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0.61 mi
Leon's Bar-B-Q & Grill
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Build Coffee
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ALDI
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Tony's Dollar Store
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Family Dollar
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Mobil Mart
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Citgo
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Tony's Dollar Store
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Mobil Mart
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Chloe’s Sweets & Treats
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Jewel-Osco
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Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest
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0.64 mi
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0.64 mi
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University of Chicago Medicine Campus
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2.12 mi
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Illinois Medical Staffing
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0.53 mi
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Parker Holsman
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Jackson Hewitt
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H&R Block
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Hair Design International
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University Hair Stylists
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Happy Nails
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Page Too Hair Design
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Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest
Place of worship
0.21 mi
St. Gelasius Church
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0.23 mi
First Presbyterian Church
Place of worship
0.26 mi
South Side Gospel Church
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0.27 mi
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0.40 mi
Apostolic Church of God
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Social Security Administration
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0.43 mi
The UPS Store
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Chicago Fire Department Engine Company 63
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0.51 mi
USPS
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0.56 mi
University of Chicago Police Department
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0.62 mi
USPS
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0.64 mi
Chase
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The Green Living Room
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0.35 mi
Grand Ballroom
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0.38 mi
Blue Lotus
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0.44 mi
Harriet Harris Community Center
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0.48 mi
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0.48 mi
Haggerty Field
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0.58 mi
Campus South Atheletic Field
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0.61 mi
D'Angelo Law Library
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The Green Living Room
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0.35 mi
Grand Ballroom
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0.38 mi
Harriet Harris Community Center
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0.48 mi
Bessie Coleman Branch Library
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0.48 mi
D'Angelo Law Library
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0.61 mi
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0.66 mi
Logan Center for Creative and Performing Arts
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Blue Lotus
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0.44 mi
Haggerty Field
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0.58 mi
Campus South Atheletic Field
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0.61 mi
MetroSquash Center
Sports
0.64 mi
South Side YMCA
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0.65 mi
Jackson Park Fieldhouse
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0.72 mi
Midway Plaisance Ice Rink
Sports
0.73 mi
Multi-Purpose Track and Field
Sports
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Average utility cost in Illinois

In Illinois, renters typically spend around $378 per month on utilities, with costs ranging from $29 for water to $111 for gas, depending on factors like home size, season, and usage.

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Electricity
$110
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Gas
$111
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Water
$29
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Sewer
$29
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Cable
$64
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Internet
$35

Community reviews
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4.1 (1 review)

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May 2, 2025 • Drake J.

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FAQs about 6516 S University Ave

When was this property’s information last updated?

The details for 6516 S University Ave were last updated 1 hour ago.

What floor plans are available?

6516 S University Ave offers the following floor plan options: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-plus-bedroom.

Is 6516 S University Ave pet-friendly?

Unfortunately, 6516 S University Ave is not pet-friendly.

What neighborhood is this property in?

6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 is in Woodlawn.

What are popular apartment communities in Woodlawn?

How far is 6516 S University Ave from the city center?

6516 S University Ave is approximately 24 minutes away by car from the city center.

What's the best way to get around the area?

The area around 6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 is somewhat walkable. While some services and amenities are accessible on foot, a car may still be needed for certain errands. The area has excellent public transportation, providing a variety of reliable options for commuting. 6516 S University Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637 is in a moderately bikeable area, offering some cycling infrastructure to support local rides.

What childcare centers are close by?

Nearby childcare centers include DJ Brooks Child Development Center, UChicago Child Development Center - Drexel, Child's World Academic Inc..

What schools are close by?

Nearby schools include Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School, UChicago Charter - Woodlawn Campus, Woodlawn Elementary Community School.

What colleges are close by?

Nearby colleges include The University of Chicago, The University of Chicago, The University of Chicago.

What are the price ranges for the units in this building?

Prices in 6516 S University Ave are at:
  • $1,420 for one-bedroom units
  • $1,600-$1,650 for two-bedroom units
  • $2,000 for three-plus-bedroom units

How does this rent compare with rents in Chicago?

Rent in Chicago averages at $2,521, compared to prices of $1,420-$2,000 /mo at 6516 S University Ave.

Are there any other apartments around for the same amount?

Does the rent at 6516 S University Ave include utilities?

No, utilities are not included in the rent at 6516 S University Ave. Tenants are typically responsible for all utilities.

Are there any reviews or ratings related to 6516 S University Ave or its management company?

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