Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (11 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

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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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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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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

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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619

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 $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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7850 S Constance AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$765
8100-8114 S Essex Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$905
7948 S Greenwood AveOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$925
Chatham Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$939
72201 BD Corner Unit1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor8927 S Blackstone Ave4BR,2BA$1.40
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor7825 S Cregier Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
2805 E 87th St, Unit 1-42805 E 87th St2BR,1BA$0.97
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #27843 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
7824 S Greenwood Ave, Unit G7824 S Greenwood Ave4BR,2BA$1.04
8017 S Vernon Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.33
2204 E 84th St, Unit 2204 E 84th 1st floor2204 E 84th St2BR,1BA$1.28
7000 S Cregier Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.62
72201 BD1BR,1BA$1.68
Chatham Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Renovation1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL

Ranked #150

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 $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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