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Chatham · March 2026
Best & worst months to sign a lease
Potential savings: ~8% by timing your move to April.
Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.
Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.
Chatham was historically one of Chicago's premier Black middle-class neighborhoods — well-maintained bungalows, a strong civic tradition, and the 79th Street commercial corridor. It remains a community with deep pride and affordable homes.
Report an Injured Animal — No details available
DOB Violation — REPAIR WINDOW SILLS
DOB Violation — REPAIR PORCH SYSTEM
No Water Complaint — No details available
DOB Violation — SUPPLY HOT WTR MIN TEMP 120DEG
DOB Violation — UNAPPROVED HEATING DEVICE
DOB Violation — PLANS & PERMITS REQ - CONTRCTR
DOB Violation — REPAIR WINDOW SILLS
DOB Violation — RAT PROOF BSMENT DOOR
DOB Violation — RAT PROOF EXTERIOR DOOR