Looking for rooms for rent near Homewood, Illinois? Homewood sits just across the state line from Hammond, Indiana — about 11 miles and roughly 19 minutes by car. Affordable Living Company’s furnished rooms are $750 a month with all utilities, Wi-Fi and laundry included, with no long lease, no waiting list and no minimum credit score. Call or text 219-200-0497.
What Daily Life Looks Like
Residents share a clean, furnished home with a full kitchen, living areas and laundry, and each person has their own private room. House rules keep common spaces respectful, and our homes are alcohol-free and drug-free. Because utilities, internet and laundry are already included, there are no surprise bills at the end of the month for anyone commuting in from the Homewood area.
Rooms for Rent Near Homewood, Illinois: Cost Comparison
| Option | Typical monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Median gross rent in Homewood (Census QuickFacts, 2020–2024) | about $1,333 |
| Our private room in Hammond, all-inclusive | $750 |
The Homewood figure comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s QuickFacts, based on American Community Survey 2020–2024 data. Our price also includes furniture, utilities, Wi-Fi and laundry, so there’s no separate bill to add on top.
Is Hammond a Good Fit if You Work in Homewood?
Homewood is a village of about 19,000 people known for its walkable downtown near the recently renovated Homewood Metra station, with restaurants, boutique shops and the world’s largest collection of Richard Haas Trompe-l’oeil murals. People searching rooms for rent near Homewood, Illinois who choose us are usually looking for a lower all-inclusive price while staying within easy reach of the south suburbs.
- Drive: about 11 miles, roughly 19 minutes
- Transit: Pace Routes 356 and 364 connect Homewood toward Hammond via a transfer at the Harvey Transportation Center — check current schedules before relying on them
- Homewood’s Metra Electric District station puts downtown Chicago within commuting distance for residents who work north
What Your Rent Includes
- A furnished private room
- Electric, gas, water, Wi-Fi and on-site laundry
- A full shared kitchen and living areas
- Month-to-month terms with no long-term lease
Near Homewood Favorites
Homewood’s downtown is known for its tree-lined streets, specialty shops and the Richard Haas trompe-l’oeil murals — a rare collection for a town this size.
Who Rents With Us
Working adults, seniors on a fixed income, veterans, people returning home after incarceration and anyone who needs a safe, affordable fresh start. If your credit is not perfect, see renting a room with bad credit.
Rooms for Rent Near Homewood, Illinois: FAQs
Can I rent a room if I am new to the area?
Yes. Tell us when you arrive and what kind of room you need, and we will explain what is open and how to get settled quickly.
Can I visit before I decide?
Yes. Call or text 219-200-0497 and we will set up a time for you to see the home and ask questions before you commit to anything.
Are your rooms in Homewood?
No. Our homes are in Hammond, Indiana, about 19 minutes from Homewood. If you need to live inside Homewood itself, a local rental may suit you better; if a lower all-inclusive price matters more, our rooms for rent near Homewood, Illinois are worth a look.
How much are your rooms for rent near Homewood, Illinois?
Our rooms for rent near Homewood, Illinois cost $750 per month, including utilities, Wi-Fi and laundry.
Is there a lease or credit check minimum?
There is no long-term lease and no minimum credit score. See renting a room with bad credit.
How soon can I move in?
There is no waiting list, so if a room is open you can often move in within days.
Find Your Room
Check availability, see our rooms for rent in Hammond, or call or text 219-200-0497.
