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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$700
South Shore Beach ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
7229-33 S Yates BlvdStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$845
The Townhouse ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
7706 South ColesStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$855

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL

As of April 27, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7220 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit 17220 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$0.44
6736 S Chappel Ave, Unit 36736 S Chappel Ave3BR,2BA$1.11
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor7825 S Cregier Ave3BR,1BA$1.24
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #27843 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
7700 S Kingston Ave2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.15
6930-6942 S Crandon Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.28
2819 E 76th Pl, Unit 22819 E 76th Pl2BR,1BA$1.43
7801-11 S Yates Blvd2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.44
7612 S Kingston2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining2BR,1BA$1.47
Chatham Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44

Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore

What type of rentals are currently available in South Shore?

There are currently 680 Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $11,625. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Shore ranging from $825 to $4,100.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Shore ranges from $825 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,614.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Shore range from $1,495 to $7,844, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,165.

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