
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (185 Rentals)


Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

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1001 South State

Arrive South Loop

Prairie Shores

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1400 Wabash

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Coeval

820 Michigan by 3L Living

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Aspire

The Shelby

30 East Roosevelt

Arrive LEX

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Eleven40

River City Apartments

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1000 South Clark

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1401 S. State
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1407 on Michigan

1000M Apartments

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

2101 Michigan

Eden Commons

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1002 S Michigan Ave, Unit 5001-A

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1234 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2512

1322 S Wabash Ave
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2110 S Wabash Ave

1717 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1307

1305 S Michigan Ave

1111 S Wabash Ave, Unit 1605

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1807

910 S Michigan Ave, Unit 708

1111 S Wabash Ave, Unit 23D

1160 S Michigan Ave

1600 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1805

1503 S State St, Unit 611
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910 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1306

1400 S Michigan Ave

910 S Michigan Ave

1322 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2304

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 709

801 S Plymouth Ct, Unit 2703

1160 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3601

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1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit GO FL9-ID1347

1515 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1204

1530 S State St, Unit 618
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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 | $2,151 | $1,167 | $3,895 |
Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,869 | $1,150 | $9,037 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $1,640 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,113 | $1,640 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,848 | $3,000 | $8,740 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 185 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Largest Available Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Near South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at SKY55 and is listed at 1,114 square feet priced from $3,215. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKY55 | 1N Den | 1,114 Sq Ft | $3,215 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | M | 956 Sq Ft | $3,186 |
| The Shelby | A3 | 935 Sq Ft | $2,455 |
| Wells Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A4 | 908 Sq Ft | $2,893 |
| 1000M Apartments | 1H1 | 904 Sq Ft | $4,142 |
| AMLI 900 | Chic | 900 Sq Ft | $3,161 |
| The Elle Apartments | 879 | 879 Sq Ft | $3,043 |
| 1400 Wabash | D4 | 857 Sq Ft | $3,031 |
| Sentral Michigan Avenue | A3 | 835 Sq Ft | $3,296 |
| ELEVEN THIRTY | Tier 01 (1BR/1BA) | 831 Sq Ft | $2,388 |
Cheapest Available Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Near South Side of Chicago, IL is the Private bedroom with en-suite bathroom Model starting from $1,150 at Prairie CoLiving. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Near South Side is currently $2,869. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie CoLiving | Private bedroom with en-suite bathroom | $1,150 |
| Prairie Shores | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath 600 | $1,595 |
| 21st Street Lofts by 3L Living | One Bed Loft - E | $1,739 |
| River City Apartments | 1 BR Junior | $2,300 |
| 1401 S. State | A3-R | $2,361 |
| ELEVEN THIRTY | Tier 01 (1BR/1BA) | $2,388 |
| Arrive LEX | Argyle | $2,399 |
| AMLI 900 | Hip | $2,401 |
| The Shelby | A3 | $2,455 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Near South Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Near South Side is at Prairie CoLiving listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Near South Side is $2,869.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 1,114 square feet unit starting from $3,215 at SKY55.
What is the average size for Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Near South Side is currently 840 sq ft.
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