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  • 6608 S Vernon Ave

    6608 S Vernon Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

    Apartment building
    3 beds

    Available units

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    Unit G
    3 bd, 1 ba
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    Nov 15
    $1,450

    What's special

    Spacious garden-level three bedroom at 6608 S Vernon Ave, fully refreshed and ready for move-in. New wide-plank vinyl flooring runs through the entire unit, with fresh neutral paint, white trim, and recessed lighting in the living room and bedrooms. The layout is a true three bedroom: a large front living room with three windows, a long central hallway, and three separate bedrooms, each with its own window and closet. The eat-in kitchen has a full-height pantry cabinet, tile floor, subway tile backsplash, and a stainless appliance package with gas range, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Private rear entrance off the kitchen. The bathroom has a tub with tile surround, new vanity, and tile floor. Rent: $1,450/month. Water, sewer, and trash included. Application fee $85 per adult. Screening criteria, applied to every applicant: minimum 580 credit score, verified monthly income of 2.5x rent ($3,625), verified employment or income source, no evictions, no outstanding balances to prior landlords. Housing choice vouchers and all other lawful sources of income are accepted.

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    Cooling
    • Refrigeration Cooling: Stainless Steel Refrigerator & Stove
    Other
    • Sewer

    Policies

    Utilities included in rent
    • Garbage
    • Sewage
    • Water

    Neighborhood: West Woodlawn

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    Till Elementary Math & Science Academy
    Grades PK-8 • 0.4 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Hirsch Metropolitan High School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.6 miles
    1/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10

    West Woodlawn sits on Chicago’s South Side, just west of Washington Park, with a mix of residential blocks and city streets. The area has a four-season climate, with cold winters and warm summers. Nearby Washington Park offers open lawns, paths, and outdoor recreation, while the University of Chicago’s arts and cultural venues are accessible to the east. Local dining and coffee options sit alongside everyday shops, with a broader selection nearby in Hyde Park. The CTA Green Line’s Cottage Grove branch and local buses connect the neighborhood with other parts of Chicago; walking and biking are practical for nearby errands, though routes and distances vary by block. For West Woodlawn, the median rent is $1,800 per month, with a typical range of $1,000 to $3,950.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 6608 S Vernon Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    6608 S Vernon Ave is located at 6608 S Vernon Ave in West Woodlawn, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Jamaican Jerk Spice, Daley's Restaurant, and Dunkin.

    What is the average rent in Chicago, IL?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the West Woodlawn neighborhood of Chicago is currently $1,800 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 6608 S Vernon Ave?

    The schools assigned to 6608 S Vernon Ave include Till Elementary Math & Science Academy and Hirsch Metropolitan High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 6608 S Vernon Ave?

    6608 S Vernon Ave is located near 6 grocery stores, including ALDI (0.5 miles) and L&P Foods (0.8 miles). Additional shopping options, including Christian Fields Style Bar, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 6608 S Vernon Ave?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 6608 S Vernon Ave include St Bernard Hospital (1 mile away), The University of Chicago Medicine (1 mile away), and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Chicago Medicine (1 mile away).

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