Top-Floor 2-Bed in South Chicago - Private Balcony, Pet Friendly and More. Welcome to 8624 S Houston Ave #3F, a sunny and spacious 2-bedroom apartment located on the top floor of a quiet, well-maintained building in the heart of Chicago's South Chicago neighborhood. This unit offers comfort, convenience and the rare bonus of a private balcony-perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, you'll find a bright, open layout with a dedicated pantry for extra kitchen storage, plus must-have appliances like a refrigerator and stove/oven. Both cats and dogs are welcome, making this a great choice for pet lovers. Key Features: Approximately 2 comfortable bedrooms. 1 full bathroom. Private balcony for fresh air and outdoor space. Cat & dog friendly (2 pet Max) Kitchen pantry for added storage. Appliances included: Refrigerator + Stove & Oven. (ac not provided by landlord) Top-floor unit with great natural light. Convenient location near transit, shops and local parks. 8624 S Houston Avenue - Unit 3F, Chicago, IL 60617. Don't miss your chance to enjoy affordable living with private outdoor space in a pet-friendly building. Schedule your tour today. Move in fee ($600 non-refundable) & Lease Admin Fee ($125) Key Deposit $100 due at move in. Tenant pays for gas and electric utilities. Pet Policy. Pets Allowed: Dog Breed Restrictions: No large or aggressive breeds are allowed (Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, Chows, German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, etc) $250 one-time pet fee (per pet), $25 monthly charge (per pet), with a maximum of 2 pets allowed.... Pet Limits: Maximum of 1 pet allowed (1-2 bedrooms) Pet Registration & Vaccination Required: All pets must be properly registered and vaccinated- records must be submitted during application process/failure may delay application or cause pet not to be approved. Cats must be spayed or neutered and fully litter-trained. Ongoing requirements: Registration and vaccination records must be kept up to date during the lease term, including at renewals. Pet Screening: Pet type, name, age and size must be disclosed upon application. Tenants must provide pet bite insurance if required by the property management. Size restrictions: 50 lb weight limit for adult dogs average adult breed weight will be used for dogs under 6 months of age. Parking: Street Parking only. No Smoking In Unit. Renters Insurance required prior to move-in. Application Requirements: Resident Score - 550+. 2+ Years of Rental History. Gross Income at least 3x of Rent Amount. No Previous Evictions, Civil Judgements or Bankruptcies. Self-employed applicants will require the past two years of tax returns. Applications are processed on a point system and scored based upon factors including, but not limited to: rental history, income, employment, criminal and eviction history and credit score. Non Refundable Application fee is $60 per adult 18 years or older. Forced Air, Garbage, Water, Refrigerator & Range Oven.
RentalSource last checked: July 18, 2025 at 1:13 PM ET
Apartment for rent in Chicago for $1,300 with 2 beds, 1 bath, 750 sqft, pet friendly and located at 8624 S Houston Ave #3F in Chicago, IL 60617. The rental price of $1,300 is 54.0% ($1,526) lower than the average rent of $2,826 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Chicago, IL and 53.3% ($1,482) lower than the average rent of $2,782 for a 2 bedroom apartment in Cook County. 8624 S Houston Ave #3F was advertised by Marblestone Property Group on June 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM ET, last updated yesterday at 2:58 PM ET and last checked today at 1:13 PM ET.
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