Cheap Apartments for Rent in Calumet City, IL from $500 (48 Rentals)

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1573 State
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1573 State

1573-1575 State StCalumet City, IL 60409
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1501-1503 State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1501-1503 State St

1501-1503 State StCalumet City, IL 60409

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1475 State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1475 State St

1475 State StCalumet City, IL 60409
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470 Gordon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

470 Gordon

470 Gordon AveCalumet City, IL 60409
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1677 State
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1677 State

1677-1685 State StCalumet City, IL 60409
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464 Gordon
2 Bedroom Apartments

464 Gordon

464-470 Gordon AveCalumet City, IL 60409
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634 Sibley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

634 Sibley

634 Sibley BlvdCalumet City, IL 60409

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18329 West St, Unit 3W
$1,100
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18329 West St, Unit 3W

18329 West StLansing, IL 60438
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Southmoor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Southmoor Apartments

5946 Hohman AveHammond, IN 46320
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Lawndale Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawndale Apartments

6930 Hohman AveHammond, IN 46324
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Saxony Town Homes
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony Town Homes

1349 175th StHammond, IN 46324
property at 5716 Calumet Ave

$800

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5716 Calumet Ave, Unit 4

5716 Calumet Ave
HammondIN46320
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14547 Chicago Road
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14547 Chicago Road

14547 Chicago RdDolton, IL 60419
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Hickory Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Oaks Apartments

18330 Torrence AveLansing, IL 60438
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Golden Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Manor

1201 175th StHammond, IN 46324
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3020 178th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3020 178th St

3020 178th StLansing, IL 60438
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Lansing Crossing, LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lansing Crossing, LLC

18745 W Salem CtLansing, IL 60438
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PIMA LANSING LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

PIMA LANSING LLC

2147 E 175th StLansing, IL 60438

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8750 Harrison Ave, Unit 213

8750 Harrison Ave
MunsterIN46321

Calumet City, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Calumet City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calumet City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ginger Ridge Apartments in the North River neighborhood priced from $900. 1573 State in the North River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calumet City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ginger Ridge ApartmentsThe Redbud1BR,1BA$900
1573 State1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,015
Douglas Pointe Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,164
14538 S Cottage Grove2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,190
470 Gordon2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,225
Bernice HomesTwo Bedroom home2BR,1BA$1,350
Hollywood Manor Townhomes2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1,350
464 Gordon2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet City, IL

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calumet City area is the $1.39 price per square foot 23 Mason St Model at 23 Mason St, Unit Hammond in the in the Bernice neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Calumet City apartment is the Double & Single Used Model at Harbor Point Estates starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calumet City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23 Mason St, Unit Hammond23 Mason St3BR,1BA$1.39
Harbor Point EstatesDouble & Single Used3BR,2BA$1.12
Sandridge Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.61
Dynasty Properties2 Bedroom Large2BR,1BA$1.67
Hollywood Manor Townhomes2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.56
8 Waltham St, Unit 1R8 Waltham St1BR,1BA$1.15
Douglas Pointe Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.37
Bernice HomesTwo Bedroom home2BR,1BA$1.69
14538 S Cottage Grove2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.61
Ginger Ridge ApartmentsThe Birch1BR,1BA$1.39

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Calumet City Overview

If you are looking for a new apartment in a beautiful area, then look no further than Calumet City, IL. This is one of the most popular up and coming areas. Located in Cook County, IL, Calumet City, IL is not far from Chicago. Often nicknamed Cal City, there are several reasons why so many people are flocking to Calumet City, IL to call this place home! Take a look at why you should look for apartments in Calumet City, IL.

Why live in Calumet City, IL?

There are several reasons why so many people are looking for Calumet City apartments. First, the weather in Calumet City, IL is beautiful. The summers are not too cold and even though it can get cold during the winter, the cold is relatively dry. Next, living in Calumet City, IL provides people with easy access to Chicago, making it easy for them to get in and out if they work in the city. Finally, the traffic in Calumet City, IL is also relatively light when compared to Chicago. For all of these reasons, Calumet City, IL is an ideal geographic location for both young professionals and people with families.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calumet City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet City Apartment is $900 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calumet City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calumet City is starting from $1,087 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Calumet City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Calumet City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbor Point Estates and starts from $1,450.

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