
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (102 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the South Shore area of Chicago.


South Shore Beach Apartments

7051 S Bennett Ave

The Townhouse Apartments

1931 E 71st St

South Shore

6900 S South Shore Drive

Lakeside Grant Manor

2819 E 76th Pl
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7041 S Constance Ave

6909 S Crandon Ave

1730 E 70th St

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

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1722 E 70th St

1726 E 70th St
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2319 E 70th St

6932 S Crandon Ave

2648 E 78th St

7702 S Jeffery Blvd

7257 S Phillips Ave
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South Shore Neighborhood Apartments
South Shore, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
South Shore Studio Apartments | $1,178 | $700 | $2,500 |
South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $855 | $5,400 |
South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,000 | $6,450 |
South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,445 | $1,350 | $8,180 |
South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,683 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community priced from $700. South Shore Beach Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
South Shore Beach Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
The Townhouse Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
6751 S Jeffery Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $855 |
7801-13 S Essex | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Chatham Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
7612 S Kingston | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 2BR,1BA | $955 |
1962 E 71st Place | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Lakeside Grant Manor | Studio Market | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
7801-11 S Yates Blvd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $0.44 price per square foot 7220 S Ridgeland Ave Model at 7220 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit 1 in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 6736 S Chappel Ave Model at 6736 S Chappel Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,400 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7220 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit 1 | 7220 S Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.44 |
6736 S Chappel Ave, Unit 3 | 6736 S Chappel Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor | 7825 S Cregier Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
7431 S Chappel Ave, Unit 3 | 7431 S Chappel Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #2 | 7843 S Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
7305 S Yates Blvd., Unit 3 | 7305 S Yates Blvd. | 4BR,1BA | $1.27 |
7700 S Kingston Ave | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
7200 Coles | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
7300 S Yates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Getting Around the South Shore Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Shore is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment is $900 at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is starting from $955 at 7612 S Kingston.
What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 5326-5336 S. Greenwood Avenue and starts from $2,975.
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