Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (40 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Side Studio Apartments | $880 | $650 | $1,250 |
South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $750 | $2,699 |
South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,050 | $1,860 |
South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,375 | $2,300 |
South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,250 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South Side, IL
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the South Side, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South Side Apartments for rent:
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Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1155 W 83rd St priced from $650. 8000-12 S Maryland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1155 W 83rd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
8000-12 S Maryland Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $795 |
7812 S Emerald Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
The Townhouse Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
8222-32 S Ingleside Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
808 W 76th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
8256 S Loomis Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $875 |
7929 S State St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $880 |
8345-49 S Drexel Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
8148-56 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, IL
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.93 price per square foot 7944 S Lafayette Ave Model at 7944 S Lafayette Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Chatham neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 8142 S Sangamon St Model at 8142 S Sangamon St, Unit APT 2F starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7944 S Lafayette Ave, Unit 2 | 7944 S Lafayette Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
8142 S Sangamon St, Unit APT 2F | 8142 S Sangamon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
7712 S Carpenter St, Unit 2 | 7712 S Carpenter St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
8017 S Vernon Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
10719 S Calumet Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
7955 S La Salle St, Unit 2 | 7955 S La Salle St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
8148-56 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
8222-32 S Ingleside Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Chatham Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #146
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Side is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $750 at 1155 W 83rd St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side is starting from $1,125 at 7917-27 S Drexel Ave.
What is the most affordable South Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 9017-25 S Cottage Grove and starts from $2,300.
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