Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (13 Rentals)

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1121-1123 E 82nd St
Studio Apartments

1121-1123 E 82nd St

1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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1536 E. 83rd Place
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1536 E. 83rd Place

1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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7941 S Marquette
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7941 S Marquette

7941 S Marquette AveChicago, IL 60617
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7900 S Essex
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7900 S Essex

7900-7910 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60617
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7845 S Colfax
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7845 S Colfax

7845 S Colfax AveChicago, IL 60649
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1643-1653 E 85th Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

1643-1653 E 85th PlChicago, IL 60617
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3030 E. 79th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

3030 E. 79th Street

3026-3030 E 79th StChicago, IL 60649
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7850 S Constance Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7850 S Constance Ave

7850 S Constance AveChicago, IL 60649
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1108 E 82nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1108 E 82nd St

1108-1118 E 82nd StChicago, 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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8141 S Kingston Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8141 S Kingston Ave

8141 S Kingston AveChicago, IL 60617
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7925 S Phillips
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7925 S Phillips

7923 S Phillips AveChicago, IL 60617

Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 9001 S Commercial Ave priced from $765. 1108 E 82nd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Calumet Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
9001 S Commercial AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$765
1108 E 82nd St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$850
8141 S Kingston Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden unit1BR,1BA$865
7846 S Saginaw Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$905
8001-03 S Muskegon Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calumet Heights area is the $0.53 price per square foot 7845 S Kingston Ave Model at 7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 3 in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Calumet Heights apartment is the 7953 S Essex Ave Model at 7953 S Essex Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calumet Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 37845 S Kingston Ave3BR,2BA$0.53
7953 S Essex Ave, Unit 27953 S Essex Ave3BR,1BA$1.07
1744 E 84th Pl, Unit 21744 E 84th Pl3BR,1BA$1.13
9219 S Greenwood Ave, Unit 29219 S Greenwood Ave4BR,1.5BA$1.29
8434 S Cregier Ave, Unit 1N8434 S Cregier Ave2BR,1BA$0.98
8010 S Manistee Ave, Unit A8010 S Manistee Ave3BR,1BA$1.27
9011 S Brandon Ave, Unit 39011 S Brandon Ave3BR,1BA$1.30
8201 S Kingston Ave3 Bedroom 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.38
9524 S Commercial Ave, Unit 2nd floor front9524 S Commercial Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
7901-11 S Dobson Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL

Ranked #143

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Calumet Heights Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $850 at 1108 E 82nd St.

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 $1,065 at 8201 S Kingston 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 S Kingston Ave and starts from $1,310.

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