
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (11 Rentals)
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1133 E 82nd St
Calumet Heights
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Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calumet Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Calumet Heights Studio Apartments | $872 | $850 | $895 |
Calumet Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $900 | $2,276 |
Calumet Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $1,000 | $1,860 |
Calumet Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,400 | $2,262 |
Calumet Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,165 | $2,660 |
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Cheapest Available Calumet Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Calumet Heights area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 7850 S Constance Ave priced from $765. 8100-8114 S Essex Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $905. Here are the most affordable Calumet Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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7850 S Constance Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $765 |
8100-8114 S Essex Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
7948 S Greenwood Ave | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Chatham Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
7220 | 1 BD Corner Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calumet Heights area is the $1.40 price per square foot 8927 S Blackstone Ave Model at 8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $2,660. The second greatest value Calumet Heights apartment is the 7825 S Cregier Ave Model at 7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor starting at $2,262 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calumet Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 8927 S Blackstone Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor | 7825 S Cregier Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
2805 E 87th St, Unit 1-4 | 2805 E 87th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #2 | 7843 S Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
7824 S Greenwood Ave, Unit G | 7824 S Greenwood Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.04 |
8017 S Vernon Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
2204 E 84th St, Unit 2204 E 84th 1st floor | 2204 E 84th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
7000 S Cregier Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
7220 | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Chatham Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCalumet Heights, Chicago, IL
Ranked #150
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Calumet Heights Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calumet Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment is $905 at 8100-8114 S Essex Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calumet Heights is starting from $1,400 at 7000 S Cregier Ave.
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