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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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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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8001 S Muskegon Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8001 S Muskegon Ave

8001 S Muskegon AveChicago, IL 60617
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2922 E 90th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2922 E 90th St

2922 E 90th StChicago, IL 60617

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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 Chicago, IL 60617 priced from $760. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
9001 S Commercial Ave Chicago, IL 60617Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$760
7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$770
7850 S Constance Ave 1822 E 79th Street Chicago, IL 60649Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$780
7925 S Phillips Chicago, IL 60617Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$785
8702 S Escanaba Ave2Front2BR,1BA$850
7941 S Marquette1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$860
8100-8114 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 606171 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$900
7846 S Saginaw Ave Chicago, IL 606491 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$915
7948 S Greenwood 7946-7948 S Greenwood Chicago, IL 606191 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$980

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL

As of April 28, 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 8136 S Exchange Ave Model at 8136 S Exchange Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,350 with a $1.04 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.
8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr8855 S Dorchester Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
8136 S Exchange Ave, Unit 28136 S Exchange Ave4BR,1BA$1.04
8340 S Manistee Ave, Unit 18340 S Manistee Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
8428 S Escanaba Ave, Unit 18428 S Escanaba Ave2BR,1BA$1.20
7920 S Manistee Ave, Unit 7920 S Manistee Ave7920 S Manistee Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
7915 S Dobson Ave, Unit 1E7915 S Dobson Ave1BR,1BA$1.03
8702 S Escanaba Ave2Front2BR,1BA$1.21
7901-11 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 606191 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.46
7846 S Saginaw Ave Chicago, IL 606491 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.56
7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619Studio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.48

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Calumet Heights, Chicago, IL

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

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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 $860 at 7941 S Marquette.

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.

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