Looking for rooms for rent near Chicago Heights, Illinois? Affordable Living Company offers furnished private rooms in Hammond, Indiana, about 17 minutes away, with every utility included in one flat monthly price. No long lease, no credit minimum, and move-in can happen fast once a room opens up.
Rooms for Rent Near Chicago Heights, Illinois: Cost Comparison
| Housing Option | Typical Monthly Cost | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable Living private room (Hammond) | $750 | Electric, gas, water, Wi-Fi, laundry |
| Chicago Heights apartment (median gross rent) | $1,038+ | Rent only — utilities typically extra |
Chicago Heights’ median gross rent is $1,038 a month, not counting electric, gas, water or internet (U.S. Census Bureau, QuickFacts, 2020–2024 estimates). A private room with us is $750 all-inclusive, still less than Chicago Heights rent before utilities are even added in.
Is Hammond a Good Fit if You Work in Chicago Heights?
Hammond sits about 12.7 miles (roughly 17 minutes) from Chicago Heights, mostly via IL-394 S — one of the shortest commutes among the cities we cover. It’s an easy daily drive for warehouse, logistics and manufacturing workers, and for anyone who wants lower rent without a long commute across the state line.
What Your Rent Includes
- Electric, gas and water
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- On-site laundry
- Furnished bedroom
- No long-term lease required
What Daily Life Looks Like
Residents share a full kitchen, living room and laundry area, with a private furnished bedroom to themselves. Most people handle day-to-day errands in Hammond, then make the short drive into Chicago Heights for work or to see family. The short commute is one of the biggest draws for people comparing rooms for rent near Chicago Heights against housing closer to the city.
Near Chicago Heights Favorites
Chicago Heights sits along the historic Lincoln Highway (US-30) and is close to several south suburban shopping and dining strips — a short drive once you’re in the area, with easy access back to I-394 and I-80/94 for anywhere else in the south suburbs.
Who Rents With Us
If you are comparing rooms for rent near Chicago Heights with what Hammond offers, we welcome commuters, warehouse and factory workers, veterans, seniors on a fixed income, and anyone who needs a furnished, all-inclusive room without a long lease. Chicago Heights has a population of about 26,508 (Census Bureau estimate, July 2025), and median household income is $54,798 — well below the regional average, which is exactly why an all-inclusive $750 room can make a real budget difference for working households nearby.
Rooms for Rent Near Chicago Heights, Illinois: FAQs
How far is Hammond from Chicago Heights?
About 12.7 miles, roughly a 17-minute drive via IL-394 S.
Is there a long-term lease?
No. Rooms are month-to-month, so you aren’t locked into a year-long lease.
What’s included in the price?
Electric, gas, water, Wi-Fi and on-site laundry are all included — one flat price, no surprise utility bills.
Is there a credit score minimum?
No minimum credit score is required to apply.
How fast can I move in?
Move-in timing depends on current availability — check availability or call/text to ask about the soonest open date.
Why look at rooms for rent near Chicago Heights in Hammond instead of in the city itself?
Lower all-in cost. Hammond rooms run $750 fully furnished and all-inclusive, often close to or below Chicago Heights rent before utilities are added, and the drive is only about 17 minutes.
Can I move even though I crossed state lines from Illinois?
Yes. We regularly house residents who work or have family in Illinois; there is no residency requirement to apply.
Find Your Room
Still comparing rooms for rent near Chicago Heights? Ready to see what’s available? Check availability or learn more about rooms for rent in Hammond, Indiana. No minimum credit score — see our guide on renting a room with bad credit in Indiana.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Chicago Heights city, Illinois.