Paragon Property Management is the exclusive leasing agent for this property. We never collect deposits or rent before an application is approved through our process.
Located in the vibrant Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood, 7399 S Vernon Avenue offers convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation. Enjoy popular nearby restaurants such as Brown Sugar Bakery, Lem's Bar-B-Q, and Soul Veg City, approximately 3 6 minutes away by car. Grocery shopping and everyday essentials are easily accessible, with ALDI and local stores just 4 7 minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Meyering Park and Grand Crossing Park, approximately 5 8 minutes away. The historic Stony Island Arts Bank and Hyde Park's shopping, dining, and cultural attractions are within a 10 18-minute drive. University of Chicago Medicine is approximately 12 18 minutes away, providing convenient access to healthcare services. Commuting is easy with nearby CTA bus routes, Metra stations, and access to the Dan Ryan Expressway and Chicago Skyway. Downtown Chicago is approximately 20 35 minutes away by car, offering the perfect balance of neighborhood charm and city convenience!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE APPLYING
Application Fee: $65 non-refundable fee per adult applicant.
Application Criteria:
-TransUnion ResidentScore standard: 570
-Verified household net income of at least 2.5x the monthly rent, unless qualifying housing assistance applies
No disqualifying eviction history
-Collections and outstanding financial obligations must meet Paragon's screening standards
-All application information and supporting documents must be successfully verified
Meeting an individual standard does not guarantee approval. Applications are evaluated through Paragon's standardized multi-factor screening process, which includes credit history, verified income, debt obligations, collections, housing history, and document verification.
-Security Deposit: Equal to 1.5x the monthly rent, or an applicant may qualify for a monthly fee through our Security Deposit Waiver Program. Waiver fees typically average $50 $60 per month but may range from $30 to more than $100, depending on the rent amount, credit profile, and screening results.
-Risk Mitigation Fee: Approved applicants with qualifying credit scores below 649 may be subject to an additional non-refundable fee, typically $10 $45 per month based on the applicable credit tier.
-Pets: Maximum two cats. No dogs A $25 pet-screening fee applies. The monthly pet fee is determined after screening.
Unit Type: 1 bed / 1 bath
Date Available: 5 days after the move-in charges payment is received
Floor Level: 2nd
Flooring: Hardwood/Vinyl
Appliances incl: Refrigerator, stove/oven
Heating: Forced gas
Cooling: None
Tenant paid utilities: Electricity, cooking gas
RUBS (Shared Water, Trash, Heat): $260.00
Administrative move-in fee: $100
Laundry: None
Parking: None
Rent includes: Resident portal, Pest control, lawn care, snow removal, & common area cleaning
Approved applicant will be auto-enrolled in our Resident Benefits Package for $35.95/mo
CHA Status: Accepted
NOTE: decorative fireplace with built-in shelving
-Security Deposit: Equal to 1.5x the monthly rent, or an applicant may qualify for a monthly fee through our Security Deposit Waiver Program. Waiver fees typically average $50 $60 per month but may range from $30 to more than $100, depending on the rent amount, credit profile, and screening results.
-Risk Mitigation Fee: Approved applicants with qualifying credit scores below 649 may be subject to an additional non-refundable fee, typically $10 $45 per month based on the applicable credit tier.
-Pets: Maximum two cats. No dogs A $25 pet-screening fee applies. The monthly pet fee is determined after screening.
-Tenant paid utilities: Electricity, cooking gas
-RUBS (Shared Water, Trash, Heat): $215.00
-Administrative move-in fee: $100
-Approved applicant will be auto-enrolled in our Resident Benefits Package for $35.95/mo
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
Oven
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Neighborhood: Chatham
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very Walkable
Transit Score®
 / 100
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
 / 100
Bikeable
Nearby schools in Chicago
Ruggles Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.3 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles
1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
1/10
Living in Chicago
Historic Area
Chatham’s established streets and long-standing 79th Street business corridor reflect its history on Chicago’s South Side.
Shopping Scene
Local shops and services cluster along 79th Street and other neighborhood commercial corridors.
Transit Access
CTA buses and Metra Electric stations provide public transit connections beyond Chatham.
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.