Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (24 Rentals)

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11000 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11000 S Michigan Ave

11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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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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12157 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

12157 S Michigan Ave

12157 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
Corporate Housing
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9218 S. Bishop
1 Bedroom Apartments

9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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10901 S Vernon
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10901 S Vernon

10901-10911 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60628
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Baric Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baric Commons

232 E 121st PlzChicago, IL 60628
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10206 S Walden Pky
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10206 S Walden Pky

10206 S Walden PkyChicago, IL 60643
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11250-56 S Indiana Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

11250-56 S Indiana Ave

11250-11256 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60628
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Islander Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Islander Apartments

1900 Broadway StBlue Island, IL 60406
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Montclair Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Montclair Manor

11625-57 S Pulaski RdAlsip, IL 60803
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South Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Chicago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at South Shore Beach Apartments priced from $825. The Townhouse Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable South Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
South Shore Beach ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
The Townhouse ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
11250-56 S Indiana Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$875
11111 S Vernon1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$885
9000 S Bishop St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chicago, IL

As of March 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chicago area is the $1.47 price per square foot 9345 S Kenton Ave Model at 9345 S Kenton Ave, Unit 2nd flr Big in the in the Downtown Oak Lawn neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South Chicago apartment is the 12537 S Marshfield Ave Model at 12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st starting at $1,600 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
9345 S Kenton Ave, Unit 2nd flr Big9345 S Kenton Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.47
12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st12537 S Marshfield Ave3BR,1BA$1.15
Harbor Point EstatesDouble & Single Used3BR,2BA$1.12
Lakes Apartments3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$1.08
13449 S Baltimore, Unit 1st floor Rear apartment13449 S Baltimore2BR,1BA$1.00
8954 S Commercial Ave4 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment4BR,2BA$1.32
12051 S La Salle St, Unit 1st floor12051 S La Salle St2BR,1BA$1.30
2346 122nd St, Unit 2 Front2346 122nd StStudio ,1BA$0.88
8643 S Exchange Ave, Unit 1R8643 S Exchange Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
915 W 95th St, Unit 2e915 W 95th St2BR,1BA$1.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Chicago, Chicago, IL

Ranked #139

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chicago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chicago is at South Shore Beach Apartments listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment is $875 at 11250-56 S Indiana Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chicago is starting from $1,250 at 10 W 137th ST.

What is the most affordable South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakes Apartments and starts from $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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