
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Chicago area of Chicago.


9211 S Laflin St

8642 S Maryland Ave

10855 S Vernon Ave

10718 S Mackinaw Ave

135 E 103rd St

1439 W 93rd St

12026 S Union Ave

9243 S Stony Island Ave

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9100 S Ashland Ave
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8818 S Saginaw Ave, Unit First floor uni

8826 S Exchange Ave

11000 S Michigan Ave

11133 S Vernon Ave

1643-1653 E 85th Pl

9001 S Commercial Ave

12157 S Michigan Ave

9218 S. Bishop

10901 S Vernon

9101-9109 S Beverly Ave
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South Chicago Apartments

8515 S Green St

2922 E 90th St

8751 S Cottage Grove Ave

12000 S Eggleston Ave

8640 S Ingleside Ave

East Side Apartments

8901 S Cottage Grove Ave

222 E 109th St
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Pullman Apartments

410 E 107th St

Brainard Apartments

8552-8554 S Laflin St

10206 S Walden Pky

10201 S Saint Lawrence Ave

8951 S Ada St

9400 S Laflin St

Brainard Apartments

11143-11145 S King Dr
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10901 S Vernon Apartments

9017-25 S Cottage Grove

3225 W 111th

Blue Station

Meadow View Apartments

12827 Irving Ave

Tracy Court Apartments

Crestline Villa Apartments

Islander Apartments

12548 S Ashland Ave
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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 | $1,051 | $800 | $1,350 |
| South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $874 | $2,595 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $850 | $2,700 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,250 | $3,000 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 2 Beds unit found at 8702 S Escanaba Ave priced from $850. 8642 S Maryland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable South Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 8751 S Cottage Grove Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 12000 S Eggleston Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 8640 S Ingleside Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 8901 S Cottage Grove Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 222 E 109th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Pullman Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| 410 E 107th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Brainard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chicago, IL
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chicago area is the $0.71 price per square foot 8855 S Dorchester Ave Model at 8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Chicago apartment is the 8539 S Colfax Ave Model at 8539 S Colfax Ave, Unit First Floor Unit 1 starting at $1,900 with a $1.15 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr | 8855 S Dorchester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 8539 S Colfax Ave, Unit First Floor Unit 1 | 8539 S Colfax Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Harbor Point Estates | Double & Single Used | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 9011 S Brandon Ave, Unit 3 | 9011 S Brandon Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 9752 S Avenue J | 9752 S Avenue J | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2900 E 91st | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 10901 S Vernon Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| South Chicago Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chicago is at 11214-18 S Indiana listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment is $885 at South Chicago Apartments.
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 8702 S Escanaba 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 Harbor Point Estates and starts from $1,450.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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