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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Easily accessible
  • Great amenities

Location

8901 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Chatham
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(866) 574-7884

Property Overview

8901 S Cottage Grove Ave is a highly rated, well-located property with strong value, excellent quality, and strong trustworthiness, alongside great amenities and easy accessibility. Its standout convenience is reinforced by proximity to a top-rated high school, making it an appealing option for renters seeking a balanced mix of price, location, and features.

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
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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

  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1 bed1 bath417 sqft$965 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

Apartment Amenities

2nd FloorHeat Included

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

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Administration Fee

Monthly.

$15

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

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Units10
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About 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

HomeApartments in ChicagoChatham 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

8901 S Cottage Grove is located in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The apartments have great amenities. Easily accessible via the 87th St ME Metra Electric line or the bus station directly outside the building at 89th & Cottage Grove. Pets are welcome. Call today to schedule a 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
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave
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.
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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, 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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.
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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.
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave.
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.
8901 S Cottage Grove Ave 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.

8901 S Cottage Grove Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 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 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Chatham

1-bedroom apartments at 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chatham.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Chatham
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,697
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Chatham
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$847
October 2024$786
November 2024$742
December 2024$763
January 2025$743
February 2025$771
March 2025$877
April 2025$750
August 2025$812
September 2025$779
October 2025$755
November 2025$825
December 2025$826
January 2026$910
February 2026$815
March 2026$793
April 2026$810
May 2026$803
June 2026$812
July 2026$853
August 2026$844
September 2026$850

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $965.
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Schools near 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

Ashe Elementary School

8505 s ingleside ave

chicago, IL, 60619

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

Sadlowski Elementary School

3930 e 105th st

chicago, IL, 60617

PK, K-8Public
C-

Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center

1701 west 63rd st

chicago, IL, 60636

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

Walking

7/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

Fisherman Island
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One Stop Food Market Inc
8222 S Cottage Grove Ave
Paradise Supermarket
8101 S Cottage Grove Ave
Eddie's Food & Liquors
9809 S Cottage Grove Ave
Jewel-Osco
101 W 87th St

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