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8637 South Essex Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60617, United States|South Chicago
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Images Available- Laundry available on site
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 8637 South Essex Avenue, South Chicago
Apartment Amenities
| Tenant Pays Gas and Electric | Water & Sewer Included |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Laundry Hookups in Unit | No Smoking |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Two Parking Spots |
Services
| Lawn Care Not Included | Snow Removal Not Included |
| Trash Removal Included |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 8637 South Essex Avenue
*** 3 BDRM / PET FRIENDLY / COMMUTER AND TRANSIT FRIENDLY *** Affordable and spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in a convenient location! Pet friendly and includes 2 parking spots. Tenants are responsible for gas, electric, snow removal, and lawn care, and must provide their own kitchen appliances. Enjoy quick access to nearby bus stops, the Chicago Skyway, and local train stations for easy commuting. The non-refundable application fee is $60 per adult 18 and over. In lieu of a security deposit, there will be a non-refundable move-in fee of $475 per household. The non-refundable application fee is $60/adult (18+). Qualified tenants pay the first full month's rent & security deposit equal to (1) month's rent. One-time $200.00 lease admin fee is added to your total move in funds & will not go towards rent/deposits. Less than qualified apps may be approved w/extra requirements. Pet fees will apply if allowed. Internet/cable install paid by the resident. Renters Insurance required to move in. No lease will end in the months of Oct, Nov, or Dec, all leases will be extended until Feb. 28th, 2027. Stove Hookup In Unit
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 8637 South Essex Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Chicago |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60617 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Chicago
3-bedroom apartments at 8637 South Essex Avenue cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
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| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,868 |
| January 2024 | $2,900 |
| February 2024 | $2,763 |
| March 2024 | $3,086 |
| April 2024 | $3,047 |
| May 2024 | $3,130 |
| June 2024 | $3,237 |
| July 2024 | $3,286 |
| August 2024 | $3,019 |
| September 2024 | $3,002 |
| October 2024 | $2,997 |
| November 2024 | $2,921 |
| December 2024 | $2,891 |
| January 2025 | $2,880 |
| February 2025 | $2,917 |
| March 2025 | $2,888 |
| April 2025 | $2,911 |
| May 2025 | $2,944 |
| June 2025 | $2,961 |
| July 2025 | $2,986 |
| August 2025 | $2,854 |
| September 2025 | $2,699 |
| October 2025 | $2,650 |
| November 2025 | $2,839 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,316 |
| January 2024 | $1,325 |
| February 2024 | $1,400 |
| March 2024 | $1,375 |
| April 2024 | $1,399 |
| May 2024 | $1,433 |
| June 2024 | $1,394 |
| July 2024 | $1,400 |
| August 2024 | $1,397 |
| September 2024 | $1,384 |
| October 2024 | $1,475 |
| November 2024 | $1,520 |
| December 2024 | $1,500 |
| January 2025 | $1,468 |
| February 2025 | $1,575 |
| March 2025 | $1,600 |
| April 2025 | $1,572 |
| May 2025 | $1,550 |
| June 2025 | $1,506 |
| July 2025 | $1,515 |
| August 2025 | $1,517 |
| September 2025 | $1,500 |
| October 2025 | $1,607 |
| November 2025 | $1,622 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 8637 South Essex Avenue
Coles Elementary Language Academy
8441 s yates blvd
chicago, IL, 60617
PK, K-8Public
C-
South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School
1415 e 70th st
chicago, IL, 60637
PK, K-8Public
C
Woodlawn Elementary Community School
6657 s kimbark ave
chicago, IL, 60637
PK, K-6Public
C
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
1119 e 46th st
chicago, IL, 60653
PK, K-8Public
C-
Vick Early Childhood & Family Center
2554 w 113th st
chicago, IL, 60655
PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 8637 South Essex Avenue
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8637 South Essex Avenue, Chicago
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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