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Calumet Heights
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Explore building permits, zoning, and civic data in one of Chicago's well-established Far South Side neighborhoods.

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13,088
Population
$55,500
Median Income
$155,700
Median Home Value
5,668
Housing Units
48
Community Area
Based on 2023 ACS data
About Calumet Heights

Calumet Heights is a community area on Chicago's Far South Side, bounded by 87th Street to the north, 95th Street to the south, the Calumet River and Stony Island Avenue to the east, and Cottage Grove Avenue to the west. The neighborhood has historically been one of the more stable middle-class African American communities on the South Side, known for its well-maintained homes and strong civic engagement.

Calumet Heights' housing stock is predominantly single-family bungalows and ranch-style homes, many on wider lots than typical for Chicago. The neighborhood has a distinctly residential character with commercial services concentrated along 87th Street and 95th Street. Stony Island Avenue serves as a major north-south corridor. The community area includes several parks and is served by the Metra Electric District line.

Boundaries
  • N 87th Street
  • S 95th Street
  • E Calumet River / Stony Island Avenue
  • W Cottage Grove Avenue
Transit
  • Metra Electric District — 87th St., 93rd St.
  • CTA Bus — #87 87th, #95 95th, #28 Stony Island
Landmarks
  • Calumet Park
  • Stony Island Avenue corridor
  • 87th Street commercial corridor
What CivicScout Tracks in Calumet Heights
BLD
Building Permits

Calumet Heights generates steady permit activity focused on residential renovation and maintenance. Permits for roofing, siding, and garage improvements are common throughout the neighborhood.

SAF
Safety & Crime Data

CivicScout tracks 311 reports, police incidents, and other public safety data across Calumet Heights. The neighborhood generates 311 requests related to tree maintenance, pothole repair, and alley upkeep.

ZON
Zoning Intelligence

Calumet Heights is predominantly zoned for single-family residential use (RS-2, RS-3). Commercial zoning runs along 87th Street, 95th Street, and Stony Island Avenue.

RPT
Location Reports

Location reports for Calumet Heights addresses include renovation permits, 311 requests, and zoning data. The neighborhood's residential character generates consistent property-level civic data.

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