
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (506 Rentals)


11111 S Vernon

South Chicago Senior Housing - 62 & Over

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10835 S Western Ave, Unit Apartment 1 bed

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10640 S Walden Pky, Unit 1

112 W 113th Pl

735 E 88th St, Unit 2R

735 E 88th St, Unit 3F

9453 S Loomis St

8927 S Muskegon Ave
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1550 W 95th St

8850 S Saginaw Ave

10853 S Vernon Ave

11219 S King Dr

8900 S Langley Ave

2033 W 111th St

10445 S Hale Ave

10433 S Hale Ave

9218 S. Bishop

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9017-9019 S Cottage Grove Ave

1822-38 W 107th St.

10320-28 S Walden Pkwy

10855 S Forest Ave

9144 S Bishop St

11737 S Michigan Ave

8627 S Ingleside Ave

350 E 107th St

10826 S Church St

1441 W 103rd St
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11123-11148 S Homewood Ave

424 W 119th St

2040 W 111th St

11214 S Western Ave

11101-11111 S Saint Louis Ave

8907 S Cottage Grove Ave

10925 S State St

2511 W 111th St

9645 S Avenue M

1749 W 95th St
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8807 S Cottage Grove Ave

8815 S Cottage Grove Ave

9103 S Cottage Grove Ave

9000 S Justine

9946 S Walden Pky

9508 S Commercial Ave

8602 S Aberdeen St

10952 S Vernon Ave

8741 S Cottage Grove Ave

10409 S King Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chicago Studio Apartments | $935 | $800 | $1,205 |
South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $924 | $1,700 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $850 | $2,000 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $1,350 | $2,200 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,485 | $1,850 | $5,547 |
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Largest Available South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at Midpointe and is listed at 750 square feet priced from $1,418. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midpointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF | 750 Sq Ft | $1,418 |
| Woodland Court Apartments | Premier 1 Bed 1 Bath | 700 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| 8810 S. Cottage Grove Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 700 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| South Chicago Senior Housing - 62 & Over | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 690 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 8935 S Dauphin Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 686 Sq Ft | $1,285 |
| 10737 S. Keating Ave. | 1 Bed Tier 4 and 6 | 685 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| 13905 S Clark | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 685 Sq Ft | $1,210 |
| 14020 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 635 Sq Ft | $945 |
| 11111 S Vernon | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 625 Sq Ft | $960 |
| 9600 S Komensky Ave | 1/1 | 600 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
Cheapest Available South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $880 at 8640 S Ingleside. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Chicago is currently $1,232. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8640 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| 14020 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $945 |
| 11111 S Vernon | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $960 |
| 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $965 |
| 9118-9124 South Dauphin Avenue | 9118-9124 South Dauphin Avenue - 9120-... | $1,075 |
| 8810 S. Cottage Grove Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,100 |
| 2631 West 123rd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,150 |
| 13905 S Clark | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,210 |
| 12619 - 12623 Lincoln Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,250 |
| 8935 S Dauphin Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $1,285 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Chicago Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Chicago is $1,232.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Chicago is a 750 square feet unit starting from $1,418 at Midpointe.
What is the average size for South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Chicago is currently 687 sq ft.
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