
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (504 Rentals)


12157 S Michigan Ave

South Chicago Senior Housing - 62 & Over

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10109 S Prospect Ave, Unit Garden Unit, Unit Garden Unit

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10222 S Lafayette Ave

1613 W 87th St, Unit 304

8617 S Ashland Ave, Unit Unit- 2B

12026 S Union Ave, Unit 12026 S Union Ave

2346 W 111th St, Unit 1

10947 S Longwood Dr
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1745 W 91st St

1725 W 91st St

9213 S Laflin St

1439 W 93rd St

239 E 108th St

8700 S Merrill Ave

10855 S Vernon Ave

2033 W 111th St

9218 S. Bishop

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1822-38 W 107th St.

10320 S Walden Pky

1518 W 99th St

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9158 S Dauphin Ave

9145-9147 Ada Ave

9917 S Ewing Ave

9017 Exchange Ave

2908-2919 E 91st St

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8927 S Muskegon Ave

10619-10623 S Hale Ave

9050 S Escanaba Ave

8956 S Escanaba Ave

8701 S Houston Ave

8944 S Burley Ave

2742 E 92nd St

8743-8747 S Beverly Ave

10259 S Commercial Ave

8714 S Jeffery Blvd
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9330 S Longwood Dr

10519 S Artesian Ave

8636 S Ingleside Ave

1634 W 89th St

Roseland Village

10769 S Pulaski Rd

2334-2348 W 111th St

9200 S Ada St

10801 S Prairie Ave

433-437 W 119th St
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South Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,125 | $800 | $1,350 |
South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $525 | $1,675 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $850 | $1,876 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,080 | $3,000 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,600 | $3,295 |
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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 12157 S Michigan Ave and is listed at 850 square feet priced from $850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12157 S Michigan Ave | 1 Bedroom Studio | 850 Sq Ft | $850 |
| 10901 S Vernon 433-35 E 109th Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 775 Sq Ft | $1,080 |
| 11214-18 S Indiana | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Heritage Senior Apartments - 55 and over | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $1,245 |
| Midpointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF | 750 Sq Ft | $1,441 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 697 Sq Ft | $1,070 |
| South Chicago Senior Housing - 62 & Over | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 690 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 10737 S. Keating Ave. | 1 Bed Tier 4 and 6 | 685 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
| 13905-37 S Clark St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 685 Sq Ft | $1,185 |
| 9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 650 Sq Ft | $1,055 |
Cheapest Available South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom Studio Model starting from $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Chicago is currently $1,129. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 12157 S Michigan Ave | 1 Bedroom Studio | $850 |
| 8751 S Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $905 |
| 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $945 |
| 410 E 107th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $970 |
| 11932 S Stewart Ave Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $995 |
| 11143 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,020 |
| 9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,055 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $1,070 |
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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 $1,129.
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 850 square feet unit starting from $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave.
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 750 sq ft.
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