South Chicago Suburbs - Good Locations for Bargain Properties

[Richard Lucas]

Hello BiggerPockets,

I am a newer investor looking for buy and hold (rental) property.  My strategy is currently to purchase lower cost single family homes under the ~$80,000 range, fix up if needed, and rent.  I am looking for advice on locations in the South Chicago Suburbs where we can find safe, quality tenants, where value is steady or rising.  

We have heard that parts of Blue Island are a good candidate and might be improving.  Specifically west of Western St and north of the river.  Does any one have specific locations in any towns we should concentrate our search?

Thank you,

-Rick