
Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (254 Rentals)


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NEMA Chicago

1001 South State

Prairie Shores

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The Shelby

Astoria Tower

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2101 Michigan

Aspire Residences

1332 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3011

31 E Roosevelt Rd, Unit 3001

1100 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2715

1234 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2512

1315 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1

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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 |
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Near South Side Studio Apartments | $2,451 | $1,071 | $6,354 |
Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,010 | $1,200 | $9,750 |
Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,445 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,878 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,355 | $1,235 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 254 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
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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 3.0 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 31 Studio Apartments in Near South Side with rent ranges from $1,071 to $6,354 with an average price of $2,451.
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 $1,200 to $9,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,010.
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 $1,380 to $16,678. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,445.
How expensive are Near South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Near South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,800 to $15,970 - averaging $6,878 for the location.
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