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Apartments for Rent in East Chatham, Chicago, IL
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    7938-7940 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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    8021-8023 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,000
    3 BEDS $1,200
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    8352 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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    8045-8047 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $950
    3 BEDS $950
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    8017 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $900
    2 BEDS $950
    4 BEDS $1,675
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    8130 32 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    3 BEDS $1,700
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    7845 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,459
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    7850-7854 S. Champlain, Chicago, IL 60619
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    428-430 E. 83Rd Street, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $735+
    2 BEDS $1,000
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    8321-31 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL 60619
    STUDIO $530+
    1 BED $701+
    2 BEDS $900
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    8735 S. Langley, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,500
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    8020 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    3 BEDS $1,600
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    8020 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    3 BEDS $1,650
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    709 E 90Th St, Chicago, IL 60619
    3 BEDS $1,750
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    7457-7459 S Champlain Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $950
    3 BEDS $1,100
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    1408 E 76Th St, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,100
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    7451 S Eberhart Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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    7436 South Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,350
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    7132 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,700
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    7132 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,700
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    7132 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    3 BEDS $2,195
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    436-440 E 72Nd St, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,000
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    7111-13 South Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,075
    2 BEDS $1,300
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    7201 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649
    2 BEDS $875
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    7000 S, Chicago, IL 60621
    STUDIO $3,825
    1 BED $1,632
    2 BEDS $1,879
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Getting around in East Chatham, IL

82 /100
Very Walkable
61 /100
Good Transit
58 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 82, Transit Score®: 61, Bike Score®: 58

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in East Chatham, Chicago, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in East Chatham, Chicago, IL were last updated on 12 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in East Chatham, Chicago, IL?

The best apartments in East Chatham, Chicago, IL are: 7940 S Greenwood Ave, 8021-8023 S Maryland Ave, 8352-8358 S Ellis Ave, 8045-8047 S Maryland Ave and 8017 S Maryland Ave.

What is the average rent in East Chatham, Chicago, IL?

The average rent in East Chatham, Chicago, IL is $1,065.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in East Chatham, Chicago, IL?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in East Chatham, Chicago, IL is between $900 and $1,000.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in East Chatham, Chicago, IL?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in East Chatham, Chicago, IL is between $950 and $1,700.

What type of rental buildings are in East Chatham, Chicago, IL?

In East Chatham, 57% of the residents are renting compared to 43% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 8% of East Chatham’s rentals, 79% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

Renter's guide to East Chatham, Chicago, IL

East Chatham is a hard-working neighborhood in south Chicago with Grand Crossing to the north, Avalon Park and Marynook to the east, Burnside to the south and the Village of Chatham to its west. East Chatham is roughly the same size as Avalon Park, and East Chatham is only 11 miles northeast of Springfield, IL, and 11 miles south of the Chicago Loop (downtown Chicago). Multiple revitalization projects have jumpstarted the local economy in the recent years. They helped transform the sleepy suburb into a promising potential business hub, making it an excellent place for new families and young professionals to call home.

Tips for renting in East Chatham, Chicago, IL

Before renting in East Chatham, you should know that there is a leash law in full effect, and you will be fined by the Sangamon County Animal Control if your pet needs to be picked up. Keep in mind that your vehicle must “start or run under their own power” or else they will be towed. In other words, your car must be working or else it will be towed.

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East Chatham, Chicago, IL demographics

  • 59,892Total Population
  • 34,081 Female
    25,811 Male
  • 41Median Age

In total, East Chatham, Chicago, IL has 59,892 residents, 34,081 women and 25,811 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of East Chatham’s population is 41.

Living in East Chatham, Chicago, IL

Living in East Chatham gives you plenty of employment opportunities, but the snow can be heavy at times. Make sure you are aware of both the pros and cons that come with this neighborhood.

East Chatham, Chicago, IL households

  • 13,624 Family
    14,392 Non-family
  • 6,571 Children
    21,445 No Children
  • 28,016Total Number of Households
  • 2Average People Per Household
  • $43,403Median Household Income

There is a total of 28,016 households in East Chatham, Chicago, IL. Of these, 6,571 have children and 21,445 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 13,624 family households and 14,392 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in East Chatham is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in East Chatham equals $43,403, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,093.

Things to do in East Chatham, Chicago, IL

East Chatham is a family community that offers plenty of things to do with kids. The South Central Community Center puts on live shows and other events designed to inspire residents and visitors alike. If any of the acts inspire you to join the arts, then you and your loved ones can get dance lessons at the Wizard of Oz Dance Studio. Couples attractions (and the best restaurants in East Chatham) include doughy treats at Dat Doughnut, cocktails at M & J Lounge, or Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant for authentic Mexican cuisine.

East Chatham, Chicago, IL employment & economy

East Chatham is enjoying the benefits of the Greater Chatham Initiative, a revitalization effort to provide retail, service, and other employment opportunities within the community. The retail, insurance, and support service industries are doing quite well too, with additional employment opportunities available in nearby downtown Chicago.

Education in East Chatham, Chicago, IL

Deneen Elementary offers educational services from preschool to eighth grade, with additional educational opportunities available in Chatham and surrounding neighborhoods.

East Chatham, Chicago, IL education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in East Chatham, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 34% went to high-school, and 30% have partially completed college. Moreover, 7% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 17% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 9% hold a Graduate Degree.

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