$1,735 - $3,495
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- Studio+
- 1+ ba
- 421+ sqft
5550 S Dorchester
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Neighborhood: Chatham
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Walk Score®
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Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Chicago
Dixon Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles5/10
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4/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Harlan Community Academy High School
Grades 9-12 • 2 milesN/A
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Living in Chicago
Chatham is a historic South Side neighborhood with a largely residential feel, centered around tree-lined streets and the 79th Street corridor. Its flat Midwestern setting brings warm summers, cold winters, and changing seasons. The neighborhood’s history is reflected in its long-standing commercial streets and local architecture. Parks and recreation areas offer green space and places to play outdoors, while nearby Lake Michigan provides a wider regional escape. Dining ranges from casual restaurants and neighborhood takeout to cafes, with shopping concentrated along 79th Street and other local business corridors. The Chatham neighborhood rental market has a median rent of $1,500 per month and a typical range of $745 to $2,850. Metra Electric and CTA bus service connect the area with other parts of Chicago; driving is another common way to get around.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 8240-42 S Vernon Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
8240-42 S Vernon Ave is located at 8240-42 S Vernon Ave in Chatham, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Flecks Coffee, Uncle John's Barbeque, and Kam's Chop Suey.
What is the average rent in Chicago, IL?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago is currently $1,500 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to 8240-42 S Vernon Ave?
The schools assigned to 8240-42 S Vernon Ave include Dixon Elementary School and Harlan Community Academy High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 8240-42 S Vernon Ave?
8240-42 S Vernon Ave is located near 7 grocery stores, including GNC (0.9 miles) and Food 4 Less (0.9 miles). Additional shopping options, including Nike Factory Store, are approximately 0.5 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 8240-42 S Vernon Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 8240-42 S Vernon Ave include Mercy Medical In Chatham (0.7 miles away), take care clinic (1 mile away), and fresenius medical GREENWOOD (1 mile away).
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