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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

14538 Cottage Grove Ave, Dolton, IL 60419, USA
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(872) 258-0737

Property Overview

14538 S Cottage Grove is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, location, quality, and trustworthiness, plus a solid amenities score and notable amenities. It also stands out for value for money, nearby photo coverage, and pet friendliness, with the nearest top-rated middle school within a short distance.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.5
Excellent
14538 S Cottage Grove is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath610 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2 bed1 bath740 sqft$1,190 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 14538 S Cottage Grove

Apartment Amenities

2nd Floor3rd Floor

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Administration Fee

One-time.

$15

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units36
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About 14538 S Cottage Grove

HomeApartments in Dolton 14538 S Cottage Grove

Welcome to our 36-unit building at 14538 S Cottage Grove Ave in the Village of Dolton! These apartments offer great amenities. Close to businesses like MoneyGram, stores like Food 4 Less, and public transportation such as Bus line #350! Section 8 is accepted. Call today to schedule your showing!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.5
/10
Excellent
14538 S Cottage Grove is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 14538 S Cottage Grove
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
14538 S Cottage Grove offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 14538 S Cottage Grove is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
14538 S Cottage Grove offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
14538 S Cottage Grove has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 14538 S Cottage Grove.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
14538 S Cottage Grove has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

14538 S Cottage Grove is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 14538 S Cottage Grove compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Dolton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Dolton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 14538 S Cottage Grove to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Dolton.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Dolton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dolton
MonthMedian Rent
April 2026$1,125
May 2026$1,175
June 2026$1,250
July 2026$1,125
August 2026$1,125

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near 14538 S Cottage Grove

Lincoln Elementary School

14151 lincoln ave

dolton, IL, 60419

K-6Public
D+

Early Childhood Center

333 e 142nd st

dolton, IL, 60419

PKPublic

Gen. George Patton Elementary School

13700 s stewart ave

riverdale, IL, 60827

PK, K-8Public
D-

Burnham Elementary School

13945 s green bay ave

burnham, IL, 60633

PK, K-8Public
C-

Lincoln Elementary School

410 157th st

calumet city, IL, 60409

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Dolton near 14538 Cottage Grove Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 14538 Cottage Grove Ave, Dolton

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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