
Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (368 Rentals)


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ONE333

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1000 South Clark

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1401 S. State

1407 on Michigan

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Eden Commons

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1300 S Wabash Ave, Unit 602
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1900 S Clark St, Unit 305

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1 E 8th St, Unit 505

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2113 S State St, Unit 6

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240 W 24th St, Unit 1R

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1442 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1440-213

1717 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1307

1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204

1600 S Indiana Ave, Unit 605

1617 S Michigan Ave, Unit 207

1600 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1805
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1502 S Prairie Ave, Unit G

50 E 16th St, Unit 2 bed corner in south loop

1933 S State St, Unit Cullerton Station

2110 S Wabash Ave

1910 S State St, Unit 228

1529 S State St, Unit 13F

5 E 14th Pl, Unit 1102

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 709

100 E 14th St, Unit 2207
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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 | $2,200 | $1,305 | $3,181 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,350 | $9,635 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,751 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,968 | $1,590 | $9,267 |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,748 | $2,800 | $8,740 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear South Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #36
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 $1,305 to $3,181 with an average price of $2,200.
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 $1,350 to $9,635 with an average monthly rent of $2,761.
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 $1,500 to $14,477. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,751.
How expensive are Near South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Near South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,590 to $9,267 - averaging $5,968 for the location.
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