
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (496 Rentals)


10904 S Avenue D

8642 S Maryland Ave

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59-459 E 107th St

10631 S Hale Ave

10812 S King Dr

10904 S Avenue D

8927 S Muskegon Ave
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10924 S Indiana Ave

1443 W 93rd St

9213 S Laflin St

1439 W 93rd St

9218 S. Bishop

1822-38 W 107th St.

10320-28 S Walden Pkwy

1528 W. 99th St. Chicago IL

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2742 E 92nd St
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9017 Exchange Ave

8927 S Muskegon Ave

10619-10623 S Hale Ave

9145-9147 Ada Ave

9917 S Ewing Ave

9050 S Escanaba Ave

8701 S Houston Ave

8944 S Burley Ave

2908-2919 E 91st St

Villa Guadalupe
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8743-8747 S Beverly Ave

8636 S Ingleside Ave

10259 S Commercial Ave

8714 S Jeffery Blvd

9330 S Longwood Dr

10519 S Artesian Ave

1634 W 89th St

Roseland Village

9200 S Ada St

10801 S Prairie Ave
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10769 S Pulaski Rd

2334-2348 W 111th St

433-437 W 119th St

9001-9007 S Cottage Grove

1302 W 103rd St

2324 W 111th St

8600 S Aberdeen St

837 E 86th St

9115-9117 S Bishop St

Marlisa
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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 | $1,074 | $800 | $1,294 |
South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $800 | $1,576 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,437 | $1,073 | $2,950 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,250 | $8,729 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,823 | $2,400 | $5,671 |
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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 12548 S Ashland Ave and is listed at 1,000 square feet priced from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12548 S Ashland Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $900 |
| 10320-28 S Walden Pkwy | 1BR/1.0BA | 787 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Orchard Estates Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Cheapest Available South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $900 at 8642 S Maryland Ave. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Chicago is currently $1,249. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $900 |
| 8640 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $935 |
| 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $980 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $1,070 |
| 13905-37 S Clark St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,210 |
| 10904 S Avenue D | 1BR | $1,300 |
| 12548 S Ashland Ave | 1BD/1BA | $1,300 |
| Woodland Court Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,450 |
| Orchard Estates Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,450 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Chicago, Chicago, IL
Thorp J N Elementary School
Carver Primary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Chicago with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Chicago is at 8642 S Maryland Ave listed at $900.
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 $1,249.
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 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,300 at 12548 S Ashland 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 753 sq ft.
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