
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (90 Rentals)


Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

Arrive South Loop

The Shelby

1001 South State

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave
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2101 Michigan

1135 S Delano Ct E, Unit W327

1234 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2512
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1000 S Michigan Ave

264 W 26th St

899 S Plymouth Ct

212 E Cullerton St

1150 S Wabash Ave

1000 S Clark St

1140 N Wells St

30 E Roosevelt Rd
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Near South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near South Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Near South Side Studio Apartments | $2,542 | $1,119 | $5,983 |
Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,300 | $8,359 |
Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $1,777 | $10,000+ |
Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,192 | $1,966 | $10,000+ |
Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Near South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at Arrive LEX and is listed at 1,025 square feet priced from $3,394. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Arrive LEX | Chestnut | 1,025 Sq Ft | $3,394 |
The Shelby | A3 | 935 Sq Ft | $2,389 |
1001 South State | One Bedroom 01 | 912 Sq Ft | $2,855 |
1000M | 1H | 904 Sq Ft | $3,920 |
1401 S. State | A7-R | 903 Sq Ft | $2,798 |
SKY55 | 1K | 893 Sq Ft | $2,739 |
The Elle Apartments | 879 | 879 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
Arrive Michigan Avenue | 1B-9 | 840 Sq Ft | $3,135 |
AMLI 900 | Trendy | 779 Sq Ft | $2,422 |
Cheapest Available Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Near South Side of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,481 at Eden Commons. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Near South Side is currently $2,991. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Eden Commons | 1 Bedroom | $1,481 |
Prairie Shores | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath 600 | $1,680 |
30 East Roosevelt | ER_1x1 | $1,850 |
Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave | 1bd 1ba 10 | $1,961 |
Aspire Residences | Asp_1b_03 | $1,995 |
The Shelby | A1 | $2,012 |
Astoria Tower | One Bedroom 02A | $2,029 |
Arrive LEX | Argyle | $2,210 |
Arrive South Loop | Belmont | $2,310 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Near South Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Near South Side is at Eden Commons listed at $1,481.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Near South Side is $2,991.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 1,025 square feet unit starting from $3,394 at Arrive LEX.
What is the average size for Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Near South Side is currently 800 sq ft.
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