716 E 81st St, Chicago, IL 60619
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FOR RENT

$1,100/mo

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 900 sqft

716 E 81st St, Chicago, IL 60619

Chatham
Cost and fees breakdown
Price may not include required fees and charges.

Home Highlights

Townhouse
$900 deposit
Fireplace Heating

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Spaciously beautiful 2 bd/ 1 bth located in the Chatham area For more properties like this visit Affordable Housing.

Details for 716 E 81st St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: FireplaceHeating Fuel: Fireplace
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1969
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsDeposit: $900
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
  • Base rent
    $1,100/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $900
  • Application fee
    Contact for details
  • Administrative fee
    Contact for details
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Chatham

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,322/mo
Average rent
$1.5K
$100MoM
Available listings
90
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Neighborhood Overview

Chatham
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What Locals Say about Chatham

At least 221 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "Great area for pets very safe and clean"
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  • Jz4jrs6whk
    "Events , getting together more , no gun violence, having things to do & Chicago instead of sitting. Help more with the community "
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  • Celena White
    "I love it and more comfortable with area safe and comfortable with it and stay wherever I want to anywhere go area "
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  • Bb8ybz92cq
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time. They look very comfortable. I have had friends visit that have had dogs with them and I have a great day."
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  • Eric Williams
    "Commuting from Chatham is easy. The Metra station is close and convenient and the CTA runs regularly throughout Chatham making it easy to get around the city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the neighborhood and they look after each other. There are also a bunch of nice parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "I loved the neighborhood garden walks and the close proximities to stores restaurants and schools. My neighbors were always looking out for each other and helped keep our lawns and sidewalks clean. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It can feel like a close knit family type neighborhood if you live over here long enough but it is not safe. Just watch your surroundings like any other neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Chatham is a absolute HORRIBLE place to live. All the buildings are old and unkempt. I hate this area ALLLL the violence in chicago happens here"
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive to and from work. There are two major grocery store along with Walmart, Lowe’s and Home Depot."
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors do not look out for one another. It’s loud and crime is high. Parking is hard to find on the streets."
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  • Antoinette T. J.
    "Neighborhood is dangerous for traveling and just walk in the neighborhood. Mail is not on time and there’s a lot of drug selling and hanging out at night with a lot of loud noises at night"
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  • Cloritha H.
    "My neighborhood has great transportation to getting to and from downtown. Great walking distance to the bus stop"
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  • Lavita Y.
    "Love it here Very live scenes and vibrant neighborhoods basically very festive and local to all kind of goods "
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  • Dennis W.
    "I've been living in the Chatham area since 2004. the area is nice but the residents make the neighborhood look bad. it's a hit and miss with the crime. "
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  • Lavita Y.
    "It’s not safe for children annoying train station stalkers that sell weed, shootings at both gas stations and nasty local restaurants and stores"
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  • Wbang060
    "All the littering that are inside the neighborhood it as if the neighbors doesn’t have any respect for the pet owners."
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  • Kristihawkins08
    "Great neighborhood, safe and quiet. Lived here for over 15 years with my family. Easy access to public transportation and there’s a movie theatre nearby, lots of restaurants, laundry mat, dry cleaners, gym and strip mall. Recommended "
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  • Marissa B.
    "I drive, which is a simple and easy commute. Cottage Grove, King Dr., Lake Shore Drive, and I-94 are all close by options."
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  • Leonwms
    "It’s a suburban atmosphere on the southside of Chicago It’s very close to downtown in the financial district"
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  • Pat H.
    "Friendly neighborhood, lots of stores nearby. Children walk to school daily. For the most part it's a safe community in the South side of Chicago."
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  • Kisha F.
    "this is a very violent and dangerous drug infested, drug dealers the landlords are slum the streets have thousands of pot holes kids out of control they basically run the neighborhood"
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  • Vivian J.
    "I see ppl walking dogs but no one cleans after dog poops. it's disgusting dog poop everywhere. these ppl need to be fined and there is rarely street cleaning in Chatham. this part of town needs a real makeover"
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  • Sheila R.
    "It’s pretty quiet where I live, and it’s well lit. The neighbors are very nice and many have small dogs like mines. "
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  • Sheila R.
    "The grammar school in this area is great!! One of the best! It is quiet on my block and safe and lawns are well manicured!"
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  • Triceey2
    "Nothing is done for the neighborhood. No community events have occurred to my knowledge. Crime ridden area."
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  • Wimberlyfloyd
    "Nothing at all it is too much crime And too many deadly shootings No shopping malls or any activities for kids in the neighborhood"
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  • Broggs88
    "The people are very very nice in the super wonderful middle class environment Thank you and have a great day"
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  • Tyler c.
    "My commute throughout the week is pretty accessible.. bus stop right on the corner & train station up the street."
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  • Morristine L.
    "Movie night campouts in the park. And the summer camps, and the fact that the kids can still play at the park without any violence. "
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  • Iviapatrice
    "its quiet and I haven't had no problems here. I don't see a lot of traffic which is excellent. it's close to stores gas stations and restaurants "
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  • London G.
    "Everything is in walking distance, and I have multiple ways to get downtown. I hate the parking though. It’s terrible all year round. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,300
Sep 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,300
Sep 9, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,300
Sep 9, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,300
Sep 7, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,300
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Frequently asked questions about 716 E 81st St

  • What income do you need to rent 716 E 81st St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $40K per year to rent 716 E 81st St in Chicago, IL at $1,100/mo.
  • How does the rent for 716 E 81st St compare to similar 2-bedroom townhomes in Chatham?
    716 E 81st St in Chicago, IL rents about 52% below the area average for 2-bedroom townhomes in Chatham ($2,300/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 716 E 81st St?
    The closest schools to 716 E 81st St in Chicago, IL are Dixon Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 5/10), Hirsch Metropolitan High School (rated 1/10), Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C (Pre-K, rated 3/10).
  • What do residents say about the Chatham neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Chatham neighborhood in Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See apartments for rent in Chatham, Chicago.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$39,600 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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716 E 81st St, Chicago, IL is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft townhouse built in 1969. 716 E 81st St is located in Chatham, Chicago. 716 E 81st St was listed for rent for $1,100/month on Jun 11, 2026.