
Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (370 Rentals)


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1529 S State St, Unit 13F, Unit 13F

100 E 14th St, Unit 2207, Unit 2207

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241 W 23rd St, Unit Second Floor, Unit Second Floor

1900 S Clark St, Unit 305, Unit 305

1717 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1307, Unit 1307

221 E Cullerton St, Unit 410, Unit 410

1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204, Unit 01204

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1720 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2513, Unit 2513

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1600 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1310, Unit 1310

1617 S Michigan Ave, Unit 207, Unit 207

1600 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1805, Unit 1805

1629 S Prairie Ave, Unit 903, Unit 903

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1464 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1202, Unit 1202

1516 S Wabash Ave, Unit 1102, Unit 1102

1503 S State St, Unit 705, Unit 705

1430 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1430 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1430 S Michigan Ave
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Near South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near South Side Studio Apartments | $2,180 | $1,193 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,259 | $7,992 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $1,825 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,756 | $1,855 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $18,949 | $8,655 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 370 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear South Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #35
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Chicago, IL. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with young children, location matters. This neighborhood is known as a leading part of town for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and more.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is critically important. Near South Side is a highly-rated submarket for having parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This residential area is one of our preferred higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs or cats? This part of town has a reputation as one of the A-list communities for renters with pets, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Near South Side
How much are Studio apartments in Near South Side?
There are currently 113 Studio Apartments in Near South Side with rent ranges from $1,193 to $10,353 with an average price of $2,180.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Near South Side Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Near South Side ranges from $1,259 to $7,992 with an average monthly rent of $2,730.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Near South Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Near South Side range from $1,825 to $14,619. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,808.
How expensive are Near South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 52 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Near South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,855 to $12,462 - averaging $5,756 for the location.
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