
Apartments for Rent in the South Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,500 (165 Rentals)


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11111 S Vernon

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8702 S Escanaba Ave

303 W 104th St, Unit 2

8725 S State St

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57 W 108th St

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11124 S Eggleston Ave, Unit 1st. Floor
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735 E 88th St, Unit 2R

735 E 88th St, Unit 3F

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8617 S Ashland Ave, Unit 3D

9453 S Loomis St, Unit 204

9613 S Ave N, Unit 2

11210 S Vernon Ave, Unit 2

9453 S Loomis St, Unit 305

8635 S Ingleside Ave, Unit 1

1408 W 94th St, Unit Garden Apartment
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1550 W 95th St, Unit 303

9116 S Loomis St, Unit 1B

8735 S Langley Ave, Unit 2N

8737 S Langley Ave, Unit 2S

12111 S Indiana Ave

8805 S Muskegon Ave

120 E Kensington Ave, Unit 2-F

314 E 138th St, Unit 1F

13243 S Baltimore Ave

8617 S Ashland Ave
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10605 S Indiana Ave

9136 S Anthony Ave

9453 S Loomis St

9624 S Ave M

12026 S Union Ave

8756 S Exchange Ave

10240 S Eberhart Ave

58 E 100th St

8900 S Langley Ave

16 E 118th Pl
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3711 E 98th St

8949 S Blackstone Ave

9424 S Laflin St

11219 S King Dr

9036 S Dauphin Ave

120 E Kensington Ave

10853 S Vernon Ave

8850 S Saginaw Ave

9243 S Stony Island Ave

351 W 120th St
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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 | $1,019 | $800 | $1,350 |
| South Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $875 | $1,700 |
| South Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $850 | $2,000 |
| South Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,300 | $2,800 |
| South Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $1,475 | $5,547 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #92
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 South Chicago
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Chicago Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Chicago ranges from $875 to $1,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,203.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chicago cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Chicago range from $850 to $2,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,412.
How expensive are South Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 129 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $2,800 - averaging $1,723 for the location.
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