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Near South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near South Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Prairie Shores priced from $1,104. Mccormick Coliving has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,108. Here are the most affordable Near South Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prairie ShoresClassic StudioStudio,1BA$1,104
Mccormick ColivingPrivate Bedroom in Shared 4 Bed 3 Bath (D)4BR,3BA$1,108
21st Street Lofts by 3L LivingStudio - BStudio,1BA$1,422
2101 MichiganStudioStudio,1BA$1,634
Eden CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,701
ELEVEN THIRTYTier 6/12 (Studio)Studio,1BA$1,808
Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan AveStudio 1ba 05Studio,1BA$1,824
30 East RooseveltER_1x11BR,1BA$1,850
Aspire ResidencesAsp_1b_031BR,1BA$1,955
River City ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South Side, IL

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near South Side area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2 BED 2 BATH LOFT STYLE Model at Carriage House Lofts in the in the Near South Side neighborhood starting from $2,729. The second greatest value Near South Side apartment is the Two Bedroom 01D Model at Astoria Tower starting at $3,369 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carriage House Lofts2 BED 2 BATH LOFT STYLE2BR,2BA$2.33
Astoria TowerTwo Bedroom 01D2BR,2BA$2.90
1400 WabashT62BR,2BA$3.05
1135 S Delano Ct E, Unit W3271135 S Delano Ct E1BR,1BA$3.19
The ShelbyA21BR,1BA$2.86
Eden CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
Wells Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A11BR,1BA$3.14
CoevalA91BR,1BA$3.21
30 East RooseveltER_1x11BR,1BA$3.21
Prairie ShoresRenovated StudioStudio ,1BA$3.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Near South Side?

There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in Near South Side, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $15,980. There are also 206 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near South Side ranging from $1,450 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near South Side ranges from $1,450 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,997.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Near South Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Near South Side range from $1,884 to $12,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $7,253. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $8,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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