Newly Admitted Students

Local Apartment Information

The coordinator of International Student Housing can provide assistance and advice to students who are interested in independent living in a local apartment.  Apartment living has many advantages for students who wish to live on their own. However, it requires students to assume more initiative, responsibility and effort to coordinate furniture, items for daily living, cooking utensils, grocery shopping, and the many details of moving into an apartment.  

If your housing application indicates you prefer an apartment, Moraine Valley offers students assistance in finding a local apartment.  Depending upon availability and the time your application is received, an apartment may be available immediately upon arrival. However, in most cases, it is necessary for you to live temporarily somewhere else while making your apartment arrangements.  Usually, new students need temporary placement in a host home. It is best to discuss your interests with us in more detail.

For assistance with local apartments, contact: 
Office of International Student Affairs
Building U, Student Union, U211
Telephone: (708) 974-5756
Fax: (708) 974-0561
Email: intladmissions@morainevalley.edu

Why choose an apartment?
If you prefer a more independent living style, or if you prefer to live alone or to have a roommate of your choice, then it may be a good idea to live in an apartment.  Many apartments are conveniently located in the area.  Apartments can provide you a pleasant, safe, comfortable and convenient environment, and allow you more freedom to choose your lifestyle, habits, mealtimes, and other aspects of daily life.  Many apartments are located less than one mile from the college. You may walk or take public bus transportation. 

There are, as we mentioned, challenges you must face when deciding to live in an apartment. Most apartments do not have furniture. Except for basic appliances such as a stove and refrigerator, you will need to provide and buy your own bed, table, chairs, and other items, which can be expensive. Students who choose to live in an apartment usually share a two-bedroom apartment with another student. Each student has a private bedroom, and shares a bathroom, kitchen, dining room and living room area of the apartment.

For Students Interested in Sharing Apartments
For your convenience and to assist students interested in local apartments, we maintain a "Roommates Registry" for students who are interested in sharing apartments. This is a good way to spend less money, and enjoy the company of another student. Please notify the Coordinator if you are interested in sharing an apartment. We will make every effort to help students find other students who wish to share an apartment and be a roommate.

Local Apartment List
The following is a list of apartments close to the campus. These apartment complexes have expressed an interest in renting to Moraine Valley students. This list does not imply a specific endorsement but is intended as a resource to assist students. Local newspapers provide current rental information also.  This list is accurate as of spring 2007. However, rent costs may change without prior notice. You must contact the landlord or rental agent at each location to determine if costs are still accurate. 

For local maps, or directions, contact the housing coordinator listed.

Green Oaks Apartments
8573 West 99th Terrace
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 599-8100
377 units/built 1966
     1 bedroom/unfurnished $800-$835
     2 bedrooms/unfurnished $900-$930

Rent includes water and gas. Tenant pays electricity. Standard 12-month lease with shorter term leases available at extra monthly cost. Requires six months rent plus two months security deposit.
Amenities: pool, clubhouse fitness center, community room, dishwasher, air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpet, laundry center. Income criteria required. Transportation to/from apartments/campus PACE #379 or #381 (88th Ave.). 1.6 mile to Moraine Valley. Less than one mile to grocery store.
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

SKS Properties
8500 87th St.
Hickory Hills, IL 60465
16 Units
      1 bedroom $699-$720

9600 Nottingham
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
(708) 932-2058
9 Units
      1 bedroom $699-720

SKS has properties in Bridgeview, Chicago Ridge, Hickory Hills and Oak Lawn. Rent may vary depending on the location. Rent includes heat, water and gas. Tenant pays electricity.
Amenities: Apartments contain stove, refrigerator, and built-in air conditioners, carpeting and blinds. Laundry, storage and parking are available. Lease of 12 months or shorter required. Security deposit required. Transportation PACE bus #379 for Hickory Hills and #381/386/385 for Chicago Ridge. Distance to Moraine Valley less than 3 miles. Grocery store is 1 mile. Call Mark at (708) 932-2058 for apartment availability and for an appointment.

Pinnacle Apartments 
7429 Southwest Hwy
Worth, IL 60482
(708) 923-0600
84 units/built 1971
     1 bedroom/unfurnished $625-$650

Rent includes water and gas. Tenant pays electricity. Only one bedroom apartments available. Standard 12-month lease. 
Amenities: custom window blinds, dishwashers, air conditioning, closet organizers, appliances, cable ready. Transportation to/from apartments/campus PACE #385 (111th St.). 2.8 miles to Moraine Valley. Less than one mile to grocery store. Call office to make appointment with rental agent.

Scenictree Apartments
10205 South 86th Terrace
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 598-0210
448 units/built 1965
      1 bedroom/unfurnished $750-$850
      2 bedrooms/unfurnished $850-$880

Water and gas included, tenant pays electricity. Standard 12-month lease with shorter terms available at extra monthly cost. Call to inquire about "special offers." 
Amenities: wall-to-wall carpeting, window blinds, appliances, outdoor pool and tennis courts. Income/credit criteria. Transportation to/from apartments/campus PACE #379 or #381 (88th Ave.). Grocery store less than one mile away. 1.1 miles from campus. Pets allowed. 
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (closed for lunch, Noon-1 p.m.), Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Sunset Lake
8301 South 88th Ave.
Justice, IL 60458
(708) 458-7043
614 units/built 1969
     1 bedroom/unfurnished $700-$900
     2 bedrooms/unfurnished $865-$1,050
     3 bedrooms/unfurnished $1,160-$1,295

Water and gas included, tenant pays electricity. Standard 12- month lease. Security deposit of at least one month's rent is required.
Amenities: pool and clubhouse, fitness trail, wall-to-wall carpet, appliances, air-conditioning, window treatments (blinds) included, cable ready, private balconies. Recent renovations. Inquire about special offers for Moraine Valley students. Transportation to/from apartments/campus PACE #379 (88th Ave.). Less than one mile to grocery store. 
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Sunday.

George Vinalek Properties
8512 West 95th St.
Hickory Hills, IL 60457
(708) 598-1636
6 units
     1 bedroom/unfurnished $700-$710
     2 bedrooms/unfurnished $810

Water and gas included. Tenant pays electricity. Cooking appliances use electric. Standard 12-month lease. Inquire about special offers. Window blinds, wall-to-wall carpeting included. Recent renovations. No pets allowed. Less than one mile to grocery store. 2.1 miles to Moraine Valley. Transportation to/from apartments/campus PACE #381 (95th Street). Call to inquire about availability and to make an appointment to view apartments.

Apartment Applications
Conditions and requirements of renting apartments vary from one apartment complex to another. Many applications require documentation such as a visa, I-20, passport, Moraine Valley Schedule.

There may be fees for applying for an apartment. (The amount is approximate.)
        Application fee: $25
        Holding Deposit Fee: $100
        Security Deposit: One month rent
        Key Fee

Terms of Leases:
Most apartments require a lease of one year. Shorter or longer leases may be available.

Electricity, Telephone and Internet Services
To order phone service, contact AT&T at (800) 244-4444. To order electric service, contact ComEd at (800) 334-7661. There are many Internet service companies. Services and rates vary with the companies.