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8642 S Maryland Ave
8642 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (43 Rentals)
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10924 S Indiana Ave
ChicagoIL60628
9211 S Laflin St
ChicagoIL60620
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$1,000Studio Apartment Available Jan 15
9427 S Ewing Ave, Unit Studio
9427 S Ewing AveChicago, IL 60617
1439 W 93rd St
ChicagoIL60620
10812 S King Dr
ChicagoIL60628
9243 S Stony Island Ave
ChicagoIL60617
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11000 S Michigan Ave
11000 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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11133 S Vernon Ave
11133 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60628
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1643-1653 E 85th Pl
1643-1653 E 85th PlChicago, IL 60617
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9001 S Commercial Ave Chicago, IL 60617
9001 S Commercial AveChicago, IL 60617
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12157 S Michigan Ave
12157 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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9218 S. Bishop
9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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10901 S Vernon
10901-10911 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60628
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9101-9109 S Beverly Ave
9101-9109 S Beverly AveChicago, IL 60620
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Baric Commons
232 E 121st PlzChicago, IL 60628
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
8515 S Green Chicago, IL 60620
8515 S Green StChicago, IL 60620
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2920-2922 E 90th St Chicago, IL 60617
2922 E 90th StChicago, IL 60617
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8751 S Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60619
8751 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60619
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8640 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619
8640 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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9600 S Avenue L
9600 S Avenue LChicago, IL 60617
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2838 E 91st St Chicago, IL 60617
2838 E 91st StChicago, IL 60617
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8806 S Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL 60619
8806 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60619
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8951 S Ada St
8951 S Ada StChicago, IL 60620
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11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628
11111-11115 S Vernon AveChicago, IL 60628
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2900 E 91st St Chicago, IL 60617
2900 E 91st StChicago, IL 60617
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10206 S Walden Pky
10206 S Walden PkyChicago, IL 60643
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9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620
9000 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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8901 S Cottage Grove Ave Chicago, IL 60619
8901 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60619
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222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628
10848-10852 S Prairie AveChicago, IL 60628
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3225 W 111th
3225 W 111thChicago, IL 60655
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$800 - $1,475Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Blue Station
2130 122nd StBlue Island, IL 60406
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Meadow View Apartments
12500 Fairview AveBlue Island, IL 60406
13940 S Edbrooke Ave
RiverdaleIL60406
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$1,0951 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 19
2346 122nd St, Unit One Rear
2346 122nd StBlue Island, IL 60406
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Tracy Court Apartments
14020-14024 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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Crestline Villa Apartments
4209 W 115th StAlsip, IL 60803
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Islander Apartments
1900 Broadway StBlue Island, IL 60406
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Montclair Manor
11625-57 S Pulaski RdAlsip, IL 60803
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Islander Apartments
1819-1837 Canal StBlue Island, IL 60406
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1121 W 127th Pl
1121 W 127th PlCalumet Park, IL 60827
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10918 S Kilpatrick
10918 Kilpatrick AveOak Lawn, IL 60453
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Oak Lawn Apartments
4343 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453
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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 | $986 | $800 | $1,150 |
| South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $874 | $1,566 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $1,073 | $2,500 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,250 | $8,729 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,827 | $2,400 | $5,681 |
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Cheapest Available South Chicago Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 8642 S Maryland Ave priced from $900. 8640 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $935. Here are the most affordable South Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 8640 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 9600 S Avenue L | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| 11111 S Vernon Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| 222 E 109th St Chicago, IL 60628 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Meadow View Apartments | 2 Bedroom small | 2BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| 13300 S Indiana Chicago, IL 60827 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 13905-37 S Clark St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| 12548 S Ashland Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chicago, IL
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chicago area is the $1.23 price per square foot 8711 S Kingston Ave Model at 8711 S Kingston Ave, Unit 1 in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value South Chicago apartment is the 1643 E 86th Pl Model at 1643 E 86th Pl, Unit Available units starting at $2,250 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8711 S Kingston Ave, Unit 1 | 8711 S Kingston Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 1643 E 86th Pl, Unit Available units | 1643 E 86th Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 11921 S Lowe Ave, Unit 2 | 11921 S Lowe Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Harbor Point Estates | Double & Single Used | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 12548 S Ashland Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 9752 S Avenue J | 9752 S Avenue J | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 13300 S Indiana Chicago, IL 60827 | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 9600 S Avenue L | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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City Of Chicago School District 299
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Public School - Grades PK-8 (464)
3 out of 10
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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 $900 at 8642 S Maryland 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 $1,073 at Meadow View Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbor Point Estates and starts from $1,450.
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