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Apartments for Rent in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL

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Apartments for Rent in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL. 42 Rentals Available
  • A large, beige building with a green roof and a white car parked in front.
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    8201-07 S. Vernon, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $725+
    2 BEDS $850+
  • 8321-31 S. King Dr. Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    8321-31 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL 60619
    STUDIO $530+
    1 BED $701+
    2 BEDS $900

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    7850-7854 S. Champlain, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • 8045-8047 S Maryland Ave 2-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    8045-8047 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $950
    3 BEDS $950
  • a red brick building with many windows and a tree in front
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    8021-8023 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,000
    3 BEDS $1,200
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  • 738 E. 87Th Pl. 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    738 E. 87Th Pl., Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,007
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    8352 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • the preserve at ballantyne commons apartment kitchen with black appliances
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    7938-7940 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator.
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    8900 S Dauphin Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,706
  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a door
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    7451 S Eberhart Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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    2 BEDS $1,175
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    C/O Five T Management, 647 E 75Th Street, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a brick building with a red fire hydrant in front of it
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    7457-7459 S Champlain Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $950
    3 BEDS $1,100
  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a black stove top oven.
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    435 E 91St Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,000
  • A kitchen with a white fridge and a white stove top oven.
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    7437 S Rhodes Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $950
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a tiled backsplash.
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    629 E 92Nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
    4 BEDS $1,800
  • a large brick building with trees in front of it
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    436-440 E 72Nd St, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,000
    2 BEDS $1,000
  • a house with a for sale sign in front of it
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    7409 South Princeton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621
    3 BEDS $1,150
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  • 7337 South Yale Avenue Studio Apartment for Rent
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    7337 South Yale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621
    STUDIO $850+
  • A red brick house with a black iron fence in front.
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    7111-13 South Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $1,075
    2 BEDS $1,300
    3 BEDS $1,600
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white fridge.
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    8733 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED $950
  • A kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets.
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    358 E 70Th St, Chicago, IL 60637
    3 BEDS $1,300
  • A kitchen with wooden floors and white walls.
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    1643 East 86Th Place, Chicago, IL 60617
    3 BEDS $2,350
  • a yard with a tree and bushes in front of a building
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    7000 S, Chicago, IL 60621
    STUDIO $3,825
    1 BED $1,632
    2 BEDS $1,879
  • an old brick building with red doors and a street
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    421-423 E 69Th St, Chicago, IL 60637
    1 BED $1,000
    2 BEDS $1,300
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a sink.
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    6910 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
    2 BEDS $1,650
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Getting around in Chatham, IL

71 /100
Very Walkable
65 /100
Good Transit
58 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 71, Transit Score®: 65, Bike Score®: 58

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

The best apartments in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL are: 8201-07 S. Vernon and 8321-31 S. King Dr..

What is the average rent in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL?

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

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

In Chatham 57% of the housing is rented out compared to 43% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Chatham’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 79% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

Renter's guide to Chatham, Chicago, IL

Otherwise known as “the jewel of the Southeast Side of Chicago”, Chatham is a busy suburb that’s north of Burnside and West Chesterfield, east of Gresham, south of Park Manor, and west of Grand Crossing and East Chatham. Chatham is one of the smaller neighborhoods in Chicago, but it is undergoing multiple revitalization projects. This means it will soon offer the most modern amenities and it will continue to attract aspiring business entrepreneurs. Chatham has a prime business location along Route 4. Chatham is 10 miles south of the downtown Chicago Loop, and 8 miles south of Springfield, the state’s capitol – so steady employment opportunities are always within reach.

Tips for renting in Chatham, Chicago, IL

If you are renting in Chatham, know that you are not allowed to park on sidewalks and you can do landscaping around your water and electric meters. Also, utilities bills are due on the 15th of every month.

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Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL demographics

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

In total, Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, 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 Chatham’s population is 41.

Living in Chatham, Chicago, IL

Living in Chatham is not without its pros and cons. A long commute is one of the disadvantages that comes with choosing Chatham. The weather, however, is very mild here compared to the rest of Chicago, as the area does not receive very much snow in winter.

Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, 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 Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, 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 Chatham is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in Chatham equals $43,403, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,093.

Things to do in Chatham, Chicago, IL

Chatham is filled with fun things to do with family. Neighborhood events include the Annual Kite Festival and the Annual JC Sweet Corn Festival. For free things to do in Chatham, check out the Whitney M. Young Public Library, which just received a multi-million dollar upgrade. The Covered Bridge Park is another awesome place to visit, as it offers flowing trails and it looks amazing in the fall. Some of the best restaurants in Chatham are waiting for you: Tracks End Restaurant offers a casual atmosphere, the Potbelly Sandwich Shop makes for a delightful retro dining, and Tropical Island Jerk Chicken is the embodiment of authentic Jamaican cuisine.

Chatham, Chicago, IL employment & economy

Chatham has been enjoying a significant upswing in its local economy in the past decade. Its retail and services industries are thriving thanks to some of the lowest sales tax in the entire city, but also becayse a large amount of jobs are available in the finance, insurance, and real estate sectors as well. Commuters also head to The Loop and to Springfield for additional employment opportunities.

Education in Chatham, Chicago, IL

In addition to being a short distance away from six major universities, Chatham offers multiple elementary and middle schools, and a single high school called Glenwood High School.

Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, IL education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Chatham, Chicago, Cook County, 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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