
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Deering Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Deering area of Chicago.


8700 S Merrill Ave

9243 S Stony Island Ave

8602 S Muskegon Ave

9330 S Yates Blvd

8949 S Blackstone Ave
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9046 S Brandon Ave

9613 S Ave N, Unit 2

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8946 S Exchange Ave, Unit 1

10800 S Hoxie Ave

10724 S Ave C

9035 S Burley Ave
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9001 S Commercial Ave

2922 E 90th St

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9244 S Saginaw Ave

8714 S Commercial Ave
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9006 S Escanaba Ave

2900 E 91st

10904 S Avenue D

8954 S Commercial Ave

8725 S Harper Ave

10143 S Ave L
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9035 S Exchange Ave

9517 S Escanaba Ave

9594 S Colfax Ave
South Deering, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Deering?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Deering 1 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| South Deering 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $850 | $2,200 |
| South Deering 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $1,450 | $2,275 |
| South Deering 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,900 | $2,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Deering Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Deering Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Deering area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 9001 S Commercial Ave priced from $760. 8702 S Escanaba Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable South Deering apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9001 S Commercial Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| South Chicago Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 9006 S Escanaba Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| 8954 S Commercial Ave | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 4BR,2BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Deering, IL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Deering area is the $1.02 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 9006 S Escanaba Ave in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,218. The second greatest value South Deering apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 8954 S Commercial Ave starting at $1,575 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Deering apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9006 S Escanaba Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 8954 S Commercial Ave | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| 9721 S Ave L, Unit 2 & 3 | 9721 S Ave L | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| South Chicago Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 9001 S Commercial Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Deering Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Deering Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Deering is starting from $850 at 8702 S Escanaba Ave.
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