Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (39 Rentals)
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10922 S Vernon Ave

10853 S Vernon Ave

9449.5 S Ashland Ave

9546 S Prairie Ave

9524 S Commercial Ave, Unit 2nd floor front

8927 S Muskegon Ave

9150 S Colfax Ave
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1745 W 91st St

1439 W 93rd St
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9800 S Campbell Ave

9216 S Spaulding Ave

2149 135th Pl
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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 |
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South Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,015 | $800 | $1,350 |
South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,249 | $895 | $1,600 |
South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $1,000 | $2,800 |
South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,200 | $2,869 |
South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,500 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 39 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 1 Bed unit found at 2838 E 91st St priced from $960. 13256 S Prairie Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable South Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2838 E 91st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
13256 S Prairie Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
8640 S Ingleside Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
410 E 107th St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
9040 S Bishop St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chicago, IL
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Chicago area is the $1.37 price per square foot 8927 S Blackstone Ave Model at 8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value South Chicago apartment is the 9357 S Burnside Ave Model at 9357 S Burnside Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 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. |
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8927 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 8927 S Blackstone Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
9357 S Burnside Ave, Unit 2 | 9357 S Burnside Ave | 5BR,1BA | $1.25 |
8924 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 1 | 8924 S Blackstone Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
8915 S Exchange Ave, Unit 3 | 8915 S Exchange Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Harbor Point Estates | Double & Single Used | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
10925 S Eberhart Ave, Unit 1 | 10925 S Eberhart Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
9215 S Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 2 | 9215 S Cottage Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
9521 S Kilbourn Ave, Unit 3 N | 9521 S Kilbourn Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
9427 S Ewing Ave, Unit 1 | 9427 S Ewing Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
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Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL 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
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chicago is at 8640 S Ingleside Ave listed at $1,015.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Apartment is $960 at 2838 E 91st St.
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 $1,035 at 410 E 107th St.
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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