
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (71 Rentals)


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Astoria Tower

Prairie Shores

820 Michigan by 3L Living

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

The Shelby

Arrive LEX

The Elle Apartments

1000 South Clark
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1401 S. State

1407 on Michigan

2001 S State St

2112-2118 S Michigan Ave

1000M Apartments

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

2101 Michigan

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1 E 8th St, Unit 505

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G

1111 S Wabash Ave, Unit 23D

1201 S Prairie Ave

2110 S Wabash Ave

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1807

1935 S Archer Ave, Unit 520

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 709

1160 S Michigan Ave, Unit 3601

1322 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2304
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1720 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1106

801 S Plymouth Ct, Unit 2703

1345 S Wabash Ave, Unit 2203

1250 S Michigan Ave, Unit 02208

1451 S State St, Unit 2206

1322 S Wabash Ave, Unit 510

1160 S Michigan Ave, Unit 25C

1201 S Prairie Ave, Unit 4206

1250 S Michigan Ave, Unit 2008

1816 S Indiana Ave
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The Bronzeville Lofts

Appleville Condominium

The Grant

1345 S Wabash

The Columbian

1620 S Michigan Ave

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1525 S Michigan Ave

Bicycle Station Lofts
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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 | $2,431 | $946 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,150 | $9,748 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,827 | $1,546 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,635 | $1,986 | $9,753 |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,560 | $2,277 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear South Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #36
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Near South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Near South Side?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Near South Side is at Prairie Shores listed at $946.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Near South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Near South Side is $4,134.
What is the largest Gated Near South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 2,730 square feet unit starting from $2,217 at 1000 South Clark.
What is the average size for Near South Side Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Near South Side is currently at 587 sq ft.
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