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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1931 E 71st St1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$880
7948 S Greenwood AveOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$910
2710 E 83rd Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$975

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8518 S Bennett Ave, Unit 38518 S Bennett Ave3BR,1BA$0.43
8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor8927 S Blackstone Ave4BR,2BA$1.37
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor7825 S Cregier Ave3BR,1BA$1.24
8152 S Merrill Ave, Unit 28152 S Merrill Ave2BR,1BA$1.09
8924 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 18924 S Blackstone Ave3BR,1BA$1.35
8915 S Exchange Ave, Unit 38915 S Exchange Ave4BR,1BA$1.07
7843 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit #27843 S Ridgeland Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
8819 S Escanaba Ave, Unit 28819 S Escanaba Ave3BR,1BA$1.38
8017 S Vernon Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.33
8144 S Brandon Ave, Unit 28144 S Brandon Ave2BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Calumet Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Calumet Heights?

There are currently 302 Apartments for Rent in Calumet Heights, IL with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,519. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calumet Heights ranging from $950 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Calumet Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calumet Heights ranges from $950 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,935.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Calumet Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Calumet Heights range from $1,550 to $2,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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