Calumet Heights

Chicago, IL

Calumet Heights - Chicago, IL

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Niche Reviews

3.5 (15 Reviews)

A family-friendly neighborhood in Chicago with a lot to offer

Family-Friendly • Suburban • Affordable • Lake •

Situated on Chicago’s South Side, Calumet Heights is a suburban neighborhood spanning to the west of Interstate 90, about 20 miles south of Downtown Chicago. This family-friendly neighborhood is known for its high quality of life and affordable cost of living compared to surrounding areas. Renters can choose from a variety of moderately priced apartments and houses for rent. Residents enjoy attractions in town like Bronzeville Children’s Museum, Jesse Owens Park, and Avalon Park. The neighborhood offers top-notch healthcare at Advocate Trinity Hospital, as well as a plethora of restaurants and shops along South Stony Island Avenue and 87th Street. Outside of town residents enjoy the nearby parks and trails along Lake Michigan.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Calumet Heights is $868 for one bedroom, $1,025 for two bedrooms, and $1,071 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Calumet Heights has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

1 BR
573 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$868/month

Average Rent

2 BR
604 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,025/month

Average Rent

3 BR
900 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,071/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Calumet Heights - Chicago, IL

Niche Reviews

3.5 15 Reviews

Current Resident

6 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

I have lived in Calumet Heights for three years and there have been no major safety issues. There are a few job opportunities but not that many and it is a good neighborhood for families.

Current Resident

7 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

Pretty cool and friendly area. Other than the frequent police and ambulance, due to being up the street from Advocate trinity. This is a pretty calm area. Shopping centers are near. Not a lot of traffic due to the wider streets in this area. Overall its pretty nice to me. Glade to call it home.

Niche User

8 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

its great because we have a lot of street lights to let us see better at night .

Niche User

9 years ago•Niche Review

It a great feeling when i can go outside and eel safe. To know the neighbor are nice and careing

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