
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Calumet Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (13 Rentals)
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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 |
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Calumet Heights Studio Apartments | $883 | $850 | $895 |
Calumet Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $880 | $2,739 |
Calumet Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,100 | $4,519 |
Calumet Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,550 | $2,100 |
Calumet Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $1,400 | $2,600 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 1931 E 71st St priced from $880. 7948 S Greenwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $910. Here are the most affordable Calumet Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1931 E 71st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
7948 S Greenwood Ave | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
2710 E 83rd Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Chatham Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
8004 S Eberhart Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calumet Heights area is the $0.43 price per square foot 8518 S Bennett Ave Model at 8518 S Bennett Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Avalon Park neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Calumet Heights apartment is the 8927 S Blackstone Ave Model at 8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $2,600 with a $1.37 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8518 S Bennett Ave, Unit 3 | 8518 S Bennett Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.43 |
8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 8927 S Blackstone Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor | 7825 S Cregier Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
8152 S Merrill Ave, Unit 2 | 8152 S Merrill Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
8924 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 1 | 8924 S Blackstone Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
8915 S Exchange Ave, Unit 3 | 8915 S Exchange Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.07 |
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #2 | 7843 S Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
8819 S Escanaba Ave, Unit 2 | 8819 S Escanaba Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
8017 S Vernon Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
8144 S Brandon Ave, Unit 2 | 8144 S Brandon Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCalumet Heights, Chicago, IL
Ranked #153
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $880 at 1931 E 71st 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 $1,400 at 7000 S Cregier Ave.
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