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8855 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA|Chatham
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Property Overview
8855 S Cottage Grove Ave offers strong overall value, combining a competitive price with a high standard of amenities and a convenient location near a top-rated high school. Renters benefit from an excellent price rating, robust amenities, and easy access to transportation and key neighborhood services, supported by a transparent property description and a generous set of photos to preview the home.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,125 /mo | 2 units available |
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Amenities for 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave
Apartment Amenities
| 1st Floor | Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
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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
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Cat Policy
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave
This 9-unit building is located in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago. Commute easily via ME Metra Electric at the 87th Street stop or the CTA Red Line at the 87th Street stop. This property is convenient to Tuley Park, Target, Garrett Popcorn Shops, and Harold Washington Elementary School. Section 8 accepted! Call today to schedule a tour!
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
8855 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, 8855 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·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8855 S Cottage Grove Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
8855 S Cottage Grove Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
8855 S Cottage Grove Ave is great for:
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 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Chatham
2-bedroom apartments at 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chatham.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Chatham
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,761 |
| July 2024 | $1,931 |
| August 2024 | $1,691 |
| September 2024 | $1,682 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $746 |
| July 2024 | $748 |
| August 2024 | $746 |
| September 2024 | $798 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near 8855 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 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave
Walking
8/10
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 8855 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
8/10
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
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 8855 S Cottage Grove Ave
Millstreet Utica Market Inc
9224 S Cottage Grove Ave
Fisherman Island
432 E 87th St
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
Rainbow
8655 S Cottage Grove Ave
Foot Locker
8651 S Cottage Grove Ave
Kids Foot Locker
8658 S Cottage Grove Ave
Top Fashion
8645 S Cottage Grove Ave
DTLR
712 E 87th St
Dunkin'
448 E 87th St
Dat Old Fashioned Donut
8251 S Cottage Grove Ave
Dunkin'
8753 S Stony Island Ave
Dunkin'
5500 S Cicero Ave
Dunkin'
133 W 87th St
Red Pepper's Lounge
428 E 87th St
City Life Cocktail Lounge
712 E 83rd St
Wrap Bar
8154 S Cottage Grove Ave
The Family Den Lounge
8942 S Stony Island Ave
Odyssey Lounge
7643 1/2 S Cottage Grove Ave
Kudus Health Foods Inc
8515 S Cottage Grove Ave
Scratch Cafe Bakery
8129 S Eberhart Ave
Chicagoland Ham
8615 S Stony Island Ave
GNC
47 W 87th St
West Indies Bakery
841 E 79th St
Lorraine Dixon Park
Recreation Ground
Playground
Tuley Park
Playground
Fatburger & Buffalo Express
825 E 87th St
St Rest No 2 Country Kitchen
727 E 87th St
Subway
726 E 87th St
New China Express
720 E 87th St
La Sub
8603 S Cottage Grove Ave
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