
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (125 Rentals)


Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

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1001 South State

Astoria Tower

Prairie Shores

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1400 Wabash

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Coeval

820 Michigan by 3L Living

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living
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1401 S. State

1407 on Michigan

1000M

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

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1255 S State St, Unit 15B, Unit 15B

1400 S Michigan Ave, Unit 27G, Unit 27G

1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL25-ID1349

1000 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID1350

1407 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL12-ID856

1407 S Michigan Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID761

65 E 14th St

1171 S Michigan Ave

1120 S Michigan Ave, Unit 1404

1304 S Michigan Ave
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11 E 9th St

1620 S Michigan Ave

463 W 23rd Pl

899 S Plymouth Ct

The Guild

Landmark Lofts

Wabash Lofts

1111 S Wabash Ave

Museum Park Tower Two

Appleville Condominium
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Fairbanks Lofts

Prairie District Tower

1620 S Michigan Ave

Eastgate Village

Lakeside Lofts

25 E 26th St

2418-2422 S Wentworth Ave
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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 | $2,133 | $1,175 | $3,168 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $1,272 | $6,583 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,652 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,780 | $1,798 | $10,000+ |
| Near South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,574 | $8,655 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 125 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Near South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at Arrive Michigan Avenue and is listed at 640 square feet priced from $2,299. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Michigan Avenue | S5 | 640 Sq Ft | $2,299 |
| AMLI 900 | Sporty | 636 Sq Ft | $2,427 |
| 1001 South State | Studio 06 | 608 Sq Ft | $2,365 |
| Sentral Michigan Avenue | S5 | 570 Sq Ft | $2,323 |
| Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave | Conv 03 05 07 09 | 570 Sq Ft | $2,229 |
| Astoria Tower | Studio 08A | 546 Sq Ft | $2,039 |
| The Elle Apartments | 540 | 540 Sq Ft | $2,209 |
| 1000M | S5w | 522 Sq Ft | $2,628 |
| 1400 Wabash | S1 | 519 Sq Ft | $2,282 |
| NEMA Chicago | S-A | 476 Sq Ft | $2,388 |
Cheapest Available Near South Side Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Near South Side of Chicago, IL is the Classic Studio Model starting from $1,175 at Prairie Shores. The average price for all Studio apartments in Near South Side is currently $2,133. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | $1,175 |
| 21st Street Lofts by 3L Living | Studio - A | $1,399 |
| 820 Michigan by 3L Living | Studio East | $1,719 |
| 2101 Michigan | Studio | $1,815 |
| ELEVEN THIRTY | Tier 6/12 (Studio) | $1,958 |
| 1407 on Michigan | S7 | $1,980 |
| AMLI 900 | Classic | $2,003 |
| Astoria Tower | Studio 08A | $2,039 |
| Coeval | S2.L | $2,070 |
| The Elle Apartments | 540 | $2,209 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear South Side, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Near South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Near South Side with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Near South Side is at Prairie Shores listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Near South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Near South Side is $2,133.
What is the largest available Studio Near South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Near South Side is a 640 square feet unit starting from $2,299 at Arrive Michigan Avenue.
What is the average size for Near South Side Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Near South Side is currently 493 sq ft.
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