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  • 8242 S Houston Ave

    8242 S Houston Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

    Located in South Chicago, Chicago zip code 60617
    Apartment building
    2–unit building
    1,000 sqft
    3 bedrooms
    1 bathroom

    What's special

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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio
    Services & facilities
    • Storage Space

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Other
    • Balcony
    • Patio Balcony: Balcony
    • Water/sewer/garbage

    Special Features

    • Back Yard
    • Front Yard
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Neighborhood: South Chicago

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center
    Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Sullivan Elementary School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.5 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School
    Grades PK-8 • 0.8 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    3/10

    South Chicago occupies the city’s southeast side, near Lake Michigan and the Calumet River, with a mix of residential streets and industrial history. The lakefront and nearby parks offer outdoor space, while the South Chicago Branch of the Chicago Public Library provides a neighborhood resource. Local dining and shopping are found along commercial corridors, including East 71st Street and South Commercial Avenue; transit connections include Metra Electric service at South Chicago and CTA buses. The area’s steelmaking legacy is part of its character, and the shoreline brings breezes and cold winters, with warm summers. For the South Chicago neighborhood, the median rent is $1,550 per month, with a typical range of $710 to $3,600, based on 126 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 8242 S Houston Ave?

    8242 S Houston Ave has a walk score of 66, it's somewhat walkable.

    What is the transit score of 8242 S Houston Ave?

    8242 S Houston Ave has a transit score of 63, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 8242 S Houston Ave?

    The schools assigned to 8242 S Houston Ave include Ninos Heroes Elementary Academic Center, Sullivan Elementary School, and Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School.

    What neighborhood is 8242 S Houston Ave in?

    8242 S Houston Ave is in the South Chicago neighborhood in Chicago, IL.

    What are 8242 S Houston Ave's policies on pets?

    Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed. Cats are not allowed.

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