
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (175 Rentals)


Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

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1001 South State

Arrive South Loop

Astoria Tower

Prairie Shores

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1400 Wabash

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Coeval

820 Michigan by 3L Living
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The Shelby

30 East Roosevelt

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Neveseno

Eleven40

River City Apartments

The Elle Apartments

1000 South Clark

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1401 S. State

1407 on Michigan
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2001 S State St

1000M Apartments

Vesta Lofts Apartments

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

2101 Michigan

Eden Commons

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240 W 24th St

1900 S Clark St, Unit 305

1845 S Michigan Ave, Unit 01204
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1918 S Michigan Ave, Unit 202

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 5A

1305 S Michigan Ave

1250 S Michigan Ave, Unit 02208

1160 S Michigan Ave

1250 S Michigan Ave, Unit 502

50 E 16th St, Unit 1007

1451 S State St, Unit 2206

233 E 13th St, Unit 2501

50 E 16th St, Unit 2 bed corner in south loop
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1322 S Wabash Ave

1322 S Wabash Ave, Unit 1011

910 S Michigan Ave

1315 S Wabash Ave, Unit 807

2110 S Wabash Ave

1160 S Michigan Ave, Unit 25C

1502 S Prairie Ave, Unit G

1201 S Prairie Ave

1201 S Prairie Ave, Unit 1405

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1401 S State St, Unit GO FL7-ID1018
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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 |
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There are currently 175 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Near South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at 1000M Apartments and is listed at 1,622 square feet priced from $6,733. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000M Apartments | 2H | 1,622 Sq Ft | $6,733 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | X | 1,550 Sq Ft | $4,538 |
| The Elle Apartments | 1305 | 1,305 Sq Ft | $4,232 |
| Carriage House Lofts | 2 BED 2 BATH | 1,292 Sq Ft | $2,869 |
| The Shelby | C3 | 1,270 Sq Ft | $3,575 |
| SKY55 | 2G w/ Balcony | 1,247 Sq Ft | $3,830 |
| Astoria Tower | Two Bedroom 06A | 1,202 Sq Ft | $3,469 |
| ONE333 | Two Bedroom b7 | 1,175 Sq Ft | $3,674 |
| ELEVEN THIRTY | Tier 3/4 (2BR/2BA) | 1,150 Sq Ft | $3,955 |
| Vesta Lofts Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bth | 969 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
Cheapest Available Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Near South Side of Chicago, IL is the Classic 2 Bed 1 Bath_890 Model starting from $1,854 at Prairie Shores. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Near South Side is currently $3,882. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Shores | Classic 2 Bed 1 Bath_890 | $1,854 |
| 2001 S State St | 2 Bed/2 Bath | $2,195 |
| Vesta Lofts Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bth | $2,400 |
| Carriage House Lofts | 2 BED 2 BATH LOFT STYLE | $2,686 |
| 2101 Michigan | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,755 |
| Roosevelt Collection Lofts | N | $2,832 |
| Arrive LEX | Colfax | $3,229 |
| River City Apartments | 2 BR Standard | $3,230 |
| Coeval | C4.L | $3,284 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Near South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Near South Side with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Near South Side is at Prairie Shores listed at $1,854.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Near South Side is $3,882.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Near South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 1,622 square feet unit starting from $6,733 at 1000M Apartments.
What is the average size for Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Near South Side is currently 1,246 sq ft.
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