Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (16 Rentals)

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1121-1123 E 82nd St
Studio Apartments

1121-1123 E 82nd St

1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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1536 E. 83rd Place
Studio Apartments

1536 E. 83rd Place

1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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7941 S Marquette
Studio Apartments

7941 S Marquette

7941 S Marquette AveChicago, IL 60617
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7845 S Colfax
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7845 S Colfax

7845 S Colfax AveChicago, IL 60649
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7900 S Essex
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7900 S Essex

7900-7910 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60617
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3030 E. 79th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

3030 E. 79th Street

3026-3030 E 79th StChicago, IL 60649
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1643-1653 E 85th Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

1643-1653 E 85th PlChicago, IL 60617
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2838 E 91st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2838 E 91st St

2838 E 91st StChicago, IL 60617
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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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1108 E 82nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1108 E 82nd St

1108-1118 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619

Calumet Heights

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Chicago by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms. See how it ranks!

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Learn about Chicago and the best places to live with original content written by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms

Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 $760. 2838 E 91st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Calumet Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7850 S Constance AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$760
2838 E 91st St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$835
1108 E 82nd St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$855
7846 S Saginaw Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$865
7914-16 S Kingston Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calumet Heights area is the $0.43 price per square foot 8518 S Bennett Ave Model at 8518 S Bennett Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Avalon Park neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Calumet Heights apartment is the 7843 S Ridgeland Ave Model at 7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #1 starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8518 S Bennett Ave, Unit 38518 S Bennett Ave3BR,1BA$0.43
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #17843 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
8017 S Vernon Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.33
8643 S Exchange Ave, Unit 1R8643 S Exchange Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
2204 E 84th St, Unit 2204 E 84th 1st floor2204 E 84th St2BR,1BA$1.28
7000 S Cregier Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.62
1108 E 82nd St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.10
Chatham Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Renovation1BR,1BA$1.53
7914-16 S Kingston Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.42
7846 S Saginaw Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL

Ranked #144

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $835 at 2838 E 91st St.

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 $855 at 1108 E 82nd St.

What is the most affordable Calumet Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Calumet Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,275.

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