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8637 S Essex Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
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8637 S Essex Ave
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*** 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
8637 S Essex Ave is a house located in Cook County and the 60617 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- Dogs
- Allowed
- Cats
- Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
House Features
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
Contact
- Listed by Amber Kuchenbrod
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- Washer/Dryer Hookup
As America’s third largest city, Chicago fosters a unique persona with a wild, colorful history that’s earned it a string of nicknames: Second City, Chi-Town, and of course, the Windy City. Countless songs have been written about Chicago, a legendary musical group is named after it, and endless movies and television series are set in it. Chicago is one of the most ideal cities for renters with its blend of affordable and luxury apartments, waterfront views, and abundance of entertainment opportunities. There is something for everyone for every kind of budget in Chicago!
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 9.8 mi |
8637 S Essex Ave is within 11 minutes or 4.9 miles from Chicago State University. It is also near University of Chicago and Ill. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
265 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-3
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
206 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Cottage Grove Station, located 4.3 miles from 8637 S Essex Ave. 8637 S Essex Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 12.5 miles or 25 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 30.2 miles or 47 minutes away.
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 25 min | 12.5 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 47 min | 30.2 mi |
Time and distance from 8637 S Essex Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
8637 S Essex Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Bessemer Park
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Dunes Natural Area
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Bronzeville Children's Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Avalon Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Rainbow Beach Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
8637 S Essex Ave has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Bessemer Park, Avalon Park, and Bronzeville Children's Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
8637 S Essex Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is South Shore Hospital which is 1.4 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
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8637 S Essex Ave
Chicago, IL 60617