
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (20 Rentals)
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8702 S Escanaba Ave

8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

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7952 S Colfax Ave, Unit 203

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7852 S Colfax Ave, Unit 201

1121-1123 E 82nd St
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1536 E. 83rd Place

7900 S Essex

7845 S Colfax

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

3030 E. 79th Street

9001 S Commercial Ave Chicago, IL 60617
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7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619

7850 S Constance Ave 1822 E 79th Street Chicago, IL 60649

7925 S Phillips Chicago, IL 60617

1133 E 82nd St

8001-8003 S Muskegon Ave Chicago, IL 60617

2838 E 91st St Chicago, IL 60617
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2920-2922 E 90th St Chicago, IL 60617

1108 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619
Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calumet Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet Heights Studio Apartments | $710 | $710 | $710 |
| Calumet Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $948 | $860 | $1,250 |
| Calumet Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $850 | $1,850 |
| Calumet Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $1,250 | $1,850 |
| Calumet Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $1,275 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Calumet Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Calumet Heights area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 7941 S Marquette priced from $710. 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Calumet Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7941 S Marquette | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| 7850 S Constance Ave 1822 E 79th Street Chicago, IL 60649 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| 7925 S Phillips Chicago, IL 60617 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calumet Heights area is the $0.71 price per square foot 8855 S Dorchester Ave Model at 8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Calumet Heights apartment is the 7926 S Paxton Ave Model at 7926 S Paxton Ave, Unit 2nd Fl starting at $1,400 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calumet Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr | 8855 S Dorchester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 7926 S Paxton Ave, Unit 2nd Fl | 7926 S Paxton Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 8213 S Houston Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 8213 S Houston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 7953 S Essex Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 7953 S Essex Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 3002 E 81st St, Unit 2 | 3002 E 81st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 8220 S Coles Ave, Unit 1R | 8220 S Coles Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 9011 S Brandon Ave, Unit 3 | 9011 S Brandon Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2900 E 91st St Chicago, IL 60617 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 7852 S Colfax Ave, Unit 201 | 7852 S Colfax Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCalumet Heights, Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calumet Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment is $805 at 7850 S Constance Ave 1822 E 79th Street Chicago, IL 60649.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calumet Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calumet Heights is starting from $850 at 8702 S Escanaba Ave.
What is the most affordable Calumet Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Calumet Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 8201-8205 S Kingston Ave 2539-2541 E 82nd Street Chicago, IL 60617 and starts from $1,290.
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