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SRO Hotels in Chicago
The Single Room Housing Assistance Corporation (SRHAC)
Scattered site SRO housing in the north, northwest and Southside of Chicago. Each room has a bed, dresser, microwave, and refrigerator. Applicants must have 1 month abstinence from drugs and alcohol to apply and must have proof of disability. No overnight guests are allowed. Shared bathrooms with other residents on the floor. Case Management, transportation assistance and some food assistance available.
501 N. Central Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60644
Phone: 312-212-1212
Scattered site SRO housing in the north, northwest and Southside of Chicago. Each room has a bed, dresser, microwave, and refrigerator. Applicants must have 1 month abstinence from drugs and alcohol to apply and must have proof of disability. No overnight guests are allowed. Shared bathrooms with other residents on the floor. Case Management, transportation assistance and some food assistance available.
501 N. Central Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60644
Phone: 312-212-1212
Fax: 773-626-4465
Contact: Ms. Toinette Bell
Services: Housing Referrals, Supportive Services and Agency Staff Trainings.
Eligibility:
SRO Hotels
Contact: Ms. Toinette Bell
Services: Housing Referrals, Supportive Services and Agency Staff Trainings.
Eligibility:
- At least 1 month abstinence from drugs and alcohol
- Proof of disability
- Individual Males & Females
- Homeless or at Risk of Becoming Homeless
SRO Hotels
Aragon Arms
4917 N. Kenmore
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-4970
Weekly: $112-117 depending on the type of room. For a single person only.
1 private bath(10/6/12);every room has it's own stove and fridge.
Monthly: $488 - $508
$25 Application Fee, proof of income, social security card, State ID, $50 Move-in fee, if on SSI minimum of $800 monthly income required, applications accepted Mon-Sat 9am-8:30pm
CURRENTLY OPEN
(updated 11/6/12)
Bellwood Hotel
1409 W. Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 404-6000
Weekly: rates differ depending on the room, max $250
Proof of Income, State I.D., Free Application
CURRENTLY OPEN
(no answer - updated 03/16/12)
Belmont Towers
510 W. Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 327-2311
1Bdrm:None $661-778
2Bdrm(2): $1650-1625
3Bdrm(1) $1877
Proof of Income, SS Card, Credit fee:50$, returned if they don't qualify. Ramp Accessibility, No Pets
Few Openings
(updated 11/6/12)
Chateau Hotel
3838 N. Broadway
Chicago IL, 60613
Phone: (773) 525-8310
Must pay two weeks up front; $10 Key Fee
Daily rate: $75
Weekly: $150
Monthly: $525
*Prices may be out of date; They didn't want to discuss prices on phone
Proof of income needed
Need ID, Over 21
CURRENTLY OPEN
(updated 10/23/12)
Covent Hotel
2653 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 549-3399
Monthly: $450
Men's Rooming House
$20 multipurpose deposit; No private Bath or Kitchen; Elevator;
MUST have a job, provide verification of a job (paycheck stub etc)
Must by from 7am-8pm seven days a week to look at the rooms or rent (no visitors allowed)
Few spots available, but changes quickly
(updated 10/23/12)
Chicago Christian Industrial League-A Safe Haven
2750 West Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: (773) 435-8445 or 773-435-8300
Fax: (773) 435-8486
Additional services: clothing, food pantry, health clinic, counseling and case management, employment training, skill training, education training
Multiple locations. Call for specific info.
Currently Occupied-There is only room available for veterans, parolees, or active DFSS persons
(updated 06/19/12)
Darlington Hotel
4700 N. Racine
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-1741
Weekly: 1 person w/shared bath - $100/week, 1 person w/ private bath - $120/week
Application fee: $31
Criminal check, eviction check, credit check: as long as credits fair, never been evicted, no serious criminal background
Pay 1 week deposit plus 1 week rent= 2 weeks $ upfront
Limited Available
Multiple locations. Call for specific info.
Currently Occupied-There is only room available for veterans, parolees, or active DFSS persons
(updated 06/19/12)
Darlington Hotel
4700 N. Racine
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-1741
Weekly: 1 person w/shared bath - $100/week, 1 person w/ private bath - $120/week
Application fee: $31
Criminal check, eviction check, credit check: as long as credits fair, never been evicted, no serious criminal background
Pay 1 week deposit plus 1 week rent= 2 weeks $ upfront
Limited Available
(updated 10/23/12)
Diversey West Apartments
3335 W. Diversey
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: (773) 227-3600
$700 Studio + $300 security deposit (for individuals with good credit)
$40 application fee (credit check), social security #, ID, Proof of Income or SSI/SSDI,
Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm
Currently OPEN
(updated 6/19/12)
Foswyn Arms Apts.
5240 N. Winthrop
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-9060
1 person semi-private(shared bath): $485/month;
$25 credit check
No children- fill out application talk to Rocky (manager)
Mon-Fri 8-330
Currently Occupied (Excepting Applications)
(Updated 10/23/12)
Fullerton Hotel
3919 W. Fullerton
Chicago, IL, 60647
Phone: (773) 227-2100
1 person semi-private: 140/week or 580/month;
1 person private: 150/week or 620/month; also take two people
No pets, No children- fill out application and bring in 6 months proof employment (paychecks)
No application fees
Currently Occupied (Excepting Applications)
(Updated 6/19/12)
Glenn Apartments
4940 North Winthrop
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 728-3062
$385/month share bath, $425 private bath: includes all utilities
$35 Application Fee;Background Check and Credit report check
$50 Key Fee;
Currently OPEN for only shared bathes.
No eviction within last 5 years, No sex offenders (nears schools)
To apply, go in person M-F from 8 am-8 pm. Bring ID, and fill out an application in person.
(06/19/12)
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Jonquil Hotel
1600 W. Jonquil Terrace
Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: 773-764-9214
Contact: Richard Marx
Eligibility: Client must pay $5 for an application. This can be done at the front desk at the address listed above. Clients must not be using drugs and can not use drugs while staying at the hotel.According to reports, Richard Marx can be arbitrary in terms of who he lets in. He does not accept applicants who have criminal backgrounds.
A $340 safety deposit is required, $360 a month for rent.
Air conditioning available- $70 a month
-Rooms are partially furnished with a fridge. Some rooms have a microwave; if microwave not in room, you may bring your own. Get own room and share bathroom with next-door neighbor.
CURRENTLY OPEN
(Updated on 10/2/12)
Hotel Elenore Jonquil Hotel
1600 W. Jonquil Terrace
Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: 773-764-9214
Contact: Richard Marx
Eligibility: Client must pay $5 for an application. This can be done at the front desk at the address listed above. Clients must not be using drugs and can not use drugs while staying at the hotel.According to reports, Richard Marx can be arbitrary in terms of who he lets in. He does not accept applicants who have criminal backgrounds.
A $340 safety deposit is required, $360 a month for rent.
Air conditioning available- $70 a month
-Rooms are partially furnished with a fridge. Some rooms have a microwave; if microwave not in room, you may bring your own. Get own room and share bathroom with next-door neighbor.
CURRENTLY OPEN
(Updated on 10/2/12)
3216 North Cicero
Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: (773) 283-3100
Daily $45; Weekly: Private bath - $140 1 person; Semi-private share bath: $125; w/ Kitchenette: $160;
Monthly: $550 1 person, Kitchenette $600
$30 non-refundable background check application fee on monthly occupancy.
Adults only
ROOMS AVAILABLE
(Updated 11/6/12; said call back in the morning)
George Hotel
6111 N Hoyer
Phone: 847- 322-1253 Contact: Howard
1 bedrm. $ 725
2 bedrm. $850
3 bed $ 950
ROOMS AVAILABLE
(left message 11/6/12)
Irving Hotel
4849 West Irving Park
Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: (773) 283-2300
Go in person to fill out application and get more information.
Private bath- $170/week & $600/month; Kitchenette- $200/week & $700/month;
Shared bath-$135/week & $510/month; Community bathroom- $130/week & $450/month
Need state ID, Proof of income, Must be over 21; Children not allowed
Currently Open
(Updated 11/6/12)
Lugo Hotel
2008 S. Blue Island
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: (312) 226-5818
Info: 25$ Background Check fee will be 24 hours. 50$ deposit for the key, will get this back once return key. Rent: 300-325$/month also rent microwaves and refrigeration for 35$/month. They also accept women.
( Left Message 11/13/12)
The Lorali
1039 W Lawrence
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-1133
Private Rooms (most with bath) and full dining room:
Per Month: $540-1 meal a day, $590-2 meals a day, $660-3 meals a day
Single people only; $35 application fee for criminal and credit check
No sex offenders, Arsonists, recent felonies
NOT CLOSED - always taking in
(updated March 15, 2013)
Marshall Hotel
1232 N. LaSalle
Chicago, IL, 60610
Phone: (312) 664-3080
$31 Application fee that takes 3-4days. $200 security deposit.
Rent: $120/week & $420/month for no toilet.
$500/month & $135/week for toilet (constant waiting list).
1039 W Lawrence
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-1133
Private Rooms (most with bath) and full dining room:
Per Month: $540-1 meal a day, $590-2 meals a day, $660-3 meals a day
Single people only; $35 application fee for criminal and credit check
No sex offenders, Arsonists, recent felonies
NOT CLOSED - always taking in
(updated March 15, 2013)
Marshall Hotel
1232 N. LaSalle
Chicago, IL, 60610
Phone: (312) 664-3080
$31 Application fee that takes 3-4days. $200 security deposit.
Rent: $120/week & $420/month for no toilet.
$500/month & $135/week for toilet (constant waiting list).
Currently none available, likely there will be openings once in a week.
(Updated 6/26/12)
Milshire Hotel
2525 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: (773) 384-7611
Daily: $36 for 1 person; $40 for 2 people
Private bath $60, Semiprivate w/ A/C for $55
(Weekly: $160 ; $540 monthly for semi-private)
State ID, must be 21, No cooking, No pets
Varies from day to day if rooms available or not
(Updated 6/26/12)
New Jackson Hotel
768 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL, 60661
Phone (312) 372-8856
Monthly: $475 for one person and $600 for two people
Nightly: $35-60 range
CURRENTLY OPEN
(Updated 6/26/12)
Norford Hotel
1508 North Pulaski
Chicago, IL 60651
Phone: (773) 235-1251
Single or double occupancy
Daily: $38 private bathroom and $32 to use the community bathroom
(Updated 6/26/12)
Milshire Hotel
2525 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: (773) 384-7611
Daily: $36 for 1 person; $40 for 2 people
Private bath $60, Semiprivate w/ A/C for $55
(Weekly: $160 ; $540 monthly for semi-private)
State ID, must be 21, No cooking, No pets
Varies from day to day if rooms available or not
(Updated 6/26/12)
New Jackson Hotel
768 W. Jackson
Chicago, IL, 60661
Phone (312) 372-8856
Monthly: $475 for one person and $600 for two people
Nightly: $35-60 range
CURRENTLY OPEN
(Updated 6/26/12)
Norford Hotel
1508 North Pulaski
Chicago, IL 60651
Phone: (773) 235-1251
Single or double occupancy
Daily: $38 private bathroom and $32 to use the community bathroom
Weekly: $125 if room available.
Just a sleeping room -- no microwave, kitchenette.
Application Process: State I.D must be 21
Referral Process: If client is connected with a case manager, the case manager can call, ask for Rita, and she will arrange a time for the client to come down and see/take the room. Send with a referral letter or case manager's card.
Strict no visitor policy other than case managers.
Currently OPEN
(Updated 6/26/12)
North Hotel
1622 North California
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone (773) 278-2425
Weekly: $150 a week
Currently OPEN, changes day to day
(updated 10/18/12 based on Chicago Reader Listing from 10/8/12)
Northmere
4943 North Kenmore
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-4234
Monthly: $425 shared bath, $460 private bath
No application fee/ Must have proof of income
Walk in for application, takes 7-10 days for application process.
Currently OPEN
(updated 07/2/12)
Currently OPEN
(Updated 6/26/12)
North Hotel
1622 North California
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone (773) 278-2425
Weekly: $150 a week
Currently OPEN, changes day to day
(updated 10/18/12 based on Chicago Reader Listing from 10/8/12)
Northmere
4943 North Kenmore
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: (773) 561-4234
Monthly: $425 shared bath, $460 private bath
No application fee/ Must have proof of income
Walk in for application, takes 7-10 days for application process.
Currently OPEN
(updated 07/2/12)
The Olympia Hotel
613 N Wells
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 787-5715
Men only
Montly: $450/month
The Renaissance Collaborative
3757 South Wabash
Chicago, IL 60653
Phone: (773) 924-9270 x 32 (Felisha Powell, Property Manager)
Info: The Renaissance Collaborative manages the Renaissance Apartments which has 100 Single Room Occupancy units. Each unit has a bed, table, dresser and private bathroom. There is also an education and employment center in the building. To read more about amenities click here.
Application Process: Clients must fill out a pre-application and return it to the property manager BEFORE filling out the application. The pre-application as well as application can be downloaded at the link above or found in the housing binder. Please read through the eligibility requirements carefully before applying.
Currently none available, but there is an Open Waitlist. Still submit applications and client must wait to be called for an interview. Only clients can check up on status of application by calling the number above.
Eligibility: Documented proof of disability, documented proof of chronic homelessness, capacity to live independently, six-month drug free. Please refer to the pre-application in the housing binder for a full list of eligibility requirements.
Rosemoor Hotel
1622 West Jackson
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 243-2900
Rent depends on income: $550 per month, $270 bi-weekly, $135 weekly
Move-in fee $50
No children, No pets, 21+. Come into the office to get the application from 9am-9pm M-Fr, No application fees.
Once application is approved then come in to view the rooms.
Currently Closed
(updated 11/6/12)
Royalton Hotel
1810 West Jackson
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 226-4678 else
Weekly: $125 - $145 + 1 week security; Monthly: $541-628 + 1 month security. Each room has a kitchenette must be single
No application fees.
Apply in person
Will take a week for openings to appear
Limited Availability
(updated 11/6/12)
The Studios CCIL
1801 S. Wabash
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone: (312) 328-6810
Contact: Teesa Woods
Rent: $405 per month
Eligibility: Currently working and on job for 90 days. Must make in between $15,930-$26,550 per year. No families.
To apply walk into the security window and ask the desk clerk for an application.
ROOMS AVAILABLE
(Updated 07/3/12)
Wilson Men’s Club
1124 West Wilson
Chicago, IL 60640
Phone (773) 784-0691
Weekly: 80/week and 280/month
Men only, 12 rooms are wheel chair accessible
To Apply must have Social Security card, State ID, proof of income & $15 key deposit
Currently OPEN
(updated 10/18/12 based on Chicago Reader listing from 10/8/12)
Windale Hotel
6019 North Winthrop
Chicago, IL 60660
Phone: (773) 907-5050
Monthly: $425- 450
To Apply: $35 application fee; come into the office to fill out application; 50$ key fee; Must be 21+
Currently OPEN
(updated 10/18/12 based on Chicago Reader listing from 10/8/12)
Windale Hotel
6019 North Winthrop
Chicago, IL 60660
Phone: (773) 907-5050
Monthly: $425- 450
To Apply: $35 application fee; come into the office to fill out application; 50$ key fee; Must be 21+
Elevator - one room wheelchair accessible
No overnight company: visiting hours 8am-10pm
Currently OPEN
(Updated 07/3/12)
YMCA Irving Park
4251 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: (773) 777-7500
Phone: (773) 481-6900 ext. 101 (Michelle, housing info)
Monthly: $398-410: w/ sink $430, bath $470, double room $470
Access to workout facilities, internet, common room
No visitors allowed, No smoking
Application fee/ background check of last 10 years: $25
Considered permanent residency
Few Rooms Available
(Updated 11/6/12)
YMCA Lake View
3333 N. Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 305-2190
Monthly: small- 360/month; medium-423/month; large-452/month
No overnight company: visiting hours 8am-10pm
Currently OPEN
(Updated 07/3/12)
YMCA Irving Park
4251 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: (773) 777-7500
Phone: (773) 481-6900 ext. 101 (Michelle, housing info)
Monthly: $398-410: w/ sink $430, bath $470, double room $470
Access to workout facilities, internet, common room
No visitors allowed, No smoking
Application fee/ background check of last 10 years: $25
Considered permanent residency
Few Rooms Available
(Updated 11/6/12)
YMCA Lake View
3333 N. Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 305-2190
Monthly: small- 360/month; medium-423/month; large-452/month
To Apply: 25$ application fee, come to the office and fill out the application
Rooms Available, go in person to fill out application
Rooms Available, go in person to fill out application
Requirements: Men only. Must have a proof of income, a current check stub- can be SSI or SSDI just must demonstrate that they are able to pay their monthly rent. Run background check- do not rent to felons, sex offenders, or if they have a current eviction.
Current Openings
(no answer- 07/3/12)
YMCA Lawson
30 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL, 60610
Phone (312) 944-6211
Monthly: $375-520; Some subsidized units. No weekly rate. Only 6 month or year lease.
Will not take anyone with a past eviction or criminal background.
(no answer- 07/3/12)
YMCA Lawson
30 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL, 60610
Phone (312) 944-6211
Monthly: $375-520; Some subsidized units. No weekly rate. Only 6 month or year lease.
Will not take anyone with a past eviction or criminal background.
They accept individual men and women.
Can come in to pick up application 24/7
Administrative Offices are open Monday-Friday 9-12 or 1:30-3 to drop off application.
Rooms Available
(3/5/13)
YMCA Lincoln Belmont
3333 N. Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657
Humboldt Park Residence
1152 N. Christiana
Phone: (773) 227-7183
Units: SRO
Rent: $366 (includes utilities)- share a restroom with 1 other tenant
run background and credit checks- if in prison within last 7 years won't qualify, if ever evicted you won't qualify
Waitlist is OPEN (spanish speaking, go in person)
Rooms Available
(3/5/13)
YMCA Lincoln Belmont
3333 N. Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 305-2030 (housing)
Monthly: small- 360/month; medium-423/month; large-452/month
Men Only!
Monthly: small- 360/month; medium-423/month; large-452/month
Men Only!
To Apply: 25$ application fee, come to the office and fill out the application
Rooms Available, go in person to fill out application
Rooms Available, go in person to fill out application
Requirements: Must have a proof of income, a current check stub- can be SSI or SSDI just must demonstrate that they are able to pay their monthly rent. Run background check- do not rent to felons, sex offenders, or if they have a current eviction.
Current Openings
(Updated11/13/12)
(Updated11/13/12)
YMCA McGaw
1000 Grove Street
Evanston, IL 60201
Evanston, IL 60201
847-475-7400 x 214 (John Mroczka )
Weekly: 131 to 157 (524+ a month)
Nightly: 47
Requirements: Men only. Must make net at least $263 a week (after taxes and deductions). Some accessible apartments. Criminal background is case by case: no violent offenders, no sex offenders, drug offenses are ok, but must be in a 12 step program. Cannot be on probation or parole. No credit check.
To apply for residency, please visit the McGaw YMCA during normal building hours and ask for an application at the front desk. There is no security deposit or application fee. After completing your application, please submit it to the residence office during the following hours:
Monday – Wednesday3:00pm – 9:00pm
Thursday3:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday3:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday – Sunday1:00pm – 5:00pm
Thursday3:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday3:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday – Sunday1:00pm – 5:00pm
Humboldt Park Residence
1152 N. Christiana
Phone: (773) 227-7183
Units: SRO
Rent: $366 (includes utilities)- share a restroom with 1 other tenant
run background and credit checks- if in prison within last 7 years won't qualify, if ever evicted you won't qualify
Waitlist is OPEN (spanish speaking, go in person)
Go to office to apply:
851 W Montrose
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 244-4008
Monthly: $350 (need to double check)
The Norman
The Windale
The Winthrop
Monthly: $350 (need to double check)
The Norman
The Windale
The Winthrop
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Abbott Hotel
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 248-2700
DAILY RATES: $45/night; $55/night on Fridays and Saturdays.
No longer offers weekly/monthly rates.
No one under 21 years old, Need to employed
$10 Fee Deposit, Need Proof of Income + Social Security Card
CURRENTLY CLOSED
The Abbot is one of the SRO's in transition. It has been bought by developer Jamie Purcell and most of the tenants have been moved out, although some of the rooms are still occupied (2/20/13)
Diplomat Hotel
3208 N. Sheffield
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 549-6800
Daily: $50 Mon-Thurs, $60 Fri-Sun; Weekly: $110 - community bath
$125 - semi-private bath, $150 private bath; Monthly: $370-535
Currently being improved through work by Lakeview Action Coalition, CLOSED
3208 N. Sheffield
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: (773) 549-6800
Daily: $50 Mon-Thurs, $60 Fri-Sun; Weekly: $110 - community bath
$125 - semi-private bath, $150 private bath; Monthly: $370-535
Currently being improved through work by Lakeview Action Coalition, CLOSED
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posted by liftchicago Sep 30 2009, 3:38 PM EDT
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