
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $850 (77 Rentals)


10855 S Vernon Ave

8700 S Merrill Ave

1550 W 95th St, Unit 303

1439 W 93rd St

620 E 112th St

9453 S Loomis St, Unit 304

12026 S Union Ave

12026 S Union Ave, Unit 12026 S Union Ave

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9100 S Ashland Ave, Unit 1607 W 91st St 2nd Floor
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1735 W 91st St

8627 S Ingleside Ave, Unit 2F

1729 W 91st St

10981 S Church St

10985 S Church St

Midpointe

9101 S Beverly Blvd

11000 S Michigan Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

9218 S. Bishop
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9244 S Saginaw

10901 S Vernon

8640 S Ingleside

Baric Commons

8515 S Green St

2922 E 90th St

12013 S Eggleston Avenue

8642 S Maryland Ave

8751 S Cottage Grove Ave

8806 S Cottage Grove
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12000 S Eggleston Ave

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8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

2838 E 91st

222 E 109th

234 E 109th St

11111 S Vernon

410 E 107th St

2225 E 87th St

Brainard Apartments
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8552-8554 S Laflin St

11932 S Stewart

10206 S Walden Pky

10201 S Saint Lawrence Ave

11143-11145 S King Dr

9453 S Loomis St

9400 S Laflin St

8951 S Ada St

9000 S Bishop

3225 W 111th
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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 | $1,021 | $800 | $1,450 |
South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $850 | $1,600 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $850 | $2,200 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,395 | $2,850 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,900 | $2,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #131
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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 Cheap South Chicago Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment is $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chicago is starting from $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave.
What is the most affordable South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 12157 S Michigan Ave and starts from $850.
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