Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (72 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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7657-59 S Morgan
2 Bedroom Apartments

7657-59 S Morgan

7657-7659 S Morgan StChicago, IL 60620
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7929 S State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

7929 S State St

7929 S State StChicago, IL 60619
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8241-49 S Ellis Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

8241-49 S Ellis Ave

8241-8249 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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7845-7859 S Avalon Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7845-7859 S Avalon Ave

7845-7859 S Avalon AveChicago, IL 60619
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7754 S Loomis
2 Bedroom Apartments

7754 S Loomis

7754 S Loomis BlvdChicago, IL 60620
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7800 S Bishop St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7800 S Bishop St

7800 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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8100 S Drexel Ave
Studio Apartments

8100 S Drexel Ave

8100-8104 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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7916 S Drexel Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7916 S Drexel Ave

7916-7920 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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8101 S Drexel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8101 S Drexel Ave

8101-8105 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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8052 S Laflin St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8052 S Laflin St

8052 S Laflin StChicago, IL 60620
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7800 S Michigan Ave
Studio Apartments

7800 S Michigan Ave

7800-7804 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60619
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7901-11 S Dobson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7901-11 S Dobson Ave

7901-7911 S Dobson AveChicago, IL 60619
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8203 S Indiana Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8203 S Indiana Ave

8203 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60619
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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Chicago and the best places to live with original content written by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms

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8249 S Evans
2 Bedroom Apartments

8249 S Evans

738-740 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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8155 S Maryland
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8155 S Maryland

8155-8157 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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8152 S Evans
1 Bedroom Apartments

8152 S Evans

8152 S Evans StChicago, IL 60619
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1108 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1108 E 82nd St

1108-1118 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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7927 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7927 S Ellis Ave

7927 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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9218 S. Bishop
1 Bedroom Apartments

9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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915 E 83rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

915 E 83rd St

915 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

How much are Studio apartments in South Side?

There are currently 94 Studio Apartments in South Side with rent ranges from $650 to $1,250 with an average price of $949.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Side Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Side ranges from $750 to $2,709 with an average monthly rent of $1,343.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Side range from $899 to $4,459. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,586.

How expensive are South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 129 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,375 to $2,300 - averaging $1,690 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.