
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand Crossing Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (31 Rentals)
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7147-7149 S Woodlawn Ave

1534 E 68th St

7828-7830 S Ellis Ave

7354 S Dante Ave

6816 S Cornell Ave

917 E 78th St
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1501-1503 E 69th Pl

1514 E 67th St

1454 E 67th Pl

1400 East 72nd Street

741-53 E 79th St

7354 S Dorchester

7003 S Harper
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6650 S Drexel

1516 E 70th St

7939 S Dobson

7135 S Blackstone

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7901 S Dobson Ave

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1501 E 68th

7358 S Blackstone Ave

7701 S Cottage Grove

6800 S Dorchester Ave

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7845-7859 S Avalon Ave
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7415-7423 S Kimbark Ave
Grand Crossing, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand Crossing?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Crossing Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Grand Crossing 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $900 | $1,400 |
| Grand Crossing 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,450 | $1,650 |
| Grand Crossing 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,400 | $2,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grand Crossing Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Grand Crossing Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grand Crossing area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 7354 S Dorchester priced from $915. 7003 S Harper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable Grand Crossing apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7354 S Dorchester | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| 7003 S Harper | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 7939 S Dobson | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| 7135 S Blackstone | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| 6715 S Dorchester | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| 1501 E 68th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Crossing, IL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grand Crossing area is the $1.40 price per square foot 6949 S Woodlawn Ave Model at 6949 S Woodlawn Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Grand Crossing apartment is the 1427 E 69th Pl Model at 1427 E 69th Pl, Unit Unit 2 starting at $1,750 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Crossing apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6949 S Woodlawn Ave, Unit 1 | 6949 S Woodlawn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1427 E 69th Pl, Unit Unit 2 | 1427 E 69th Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 7135 S Blackstone | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 6715 S Dorchester | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 1501 E 68th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 7939 S Dobson | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 7003 S Harper | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 7354 S Dorchester | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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