
Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (3,545 Rentals)


4901 S Drexel

Lake Meadows Apartments

East Park Tower

Drexel Grand

5550 S Dorchester

5252

City Hyde Park

Prairie Shores

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave
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Abbott Square - 8143

Lakeside Apartments

Woodlawn Court

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

6900 S South Shore Drive

4611 S Ellis Ave

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

Park Boulevard 2B

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living
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1363-67 E. 53rd St.

5135-45 S. Ingleside Ave.

Woodlawn Commons

1360-64 E. 52nd St.

7251 At Waters Edge

5326 S. Harper Ave.

1118-28 E. Hyde Park Blvd.

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7526-36 S Colfax Ave

2358 E 70th Pl

7320 S Phillips Ave
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1633 E 74th St

The Dunham Apartments

Ellis Court

8241 S Ellis

5901 S Michigan

7940 S Greenwood

7440 S Phillips

5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue

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Hyde Park Tower

4700 Lake Park Apartments
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Hyde Park West

Ivy Park Homes

Academy at Drexel

Cornell (The Greenstone)

Woodland Park By The Lake

1931 E 71st

7028 S Clyde

5504 S Wabash

7110 S Ridgeland

Lakeside Grant Manor
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South Lakefront, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lakefront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lakefront Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $600 | $1,950 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $850 | $3,055 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,010 | $4,700 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $1,600 | $5,368 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #22
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Carnegie Elementary School
Hyde Park Academy High School
Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lakefront
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Lakefront area of Chicago, IL?
As of today, September 03, 2026, there are currently 3,545 available South Lakefront apartments priced from $600 to $5,368, with an average monthly rent of $1,874.
How much are Studio apartments in South Lakefront?
There are currently 1,400 Studio Apartments in South Lakefront with rent ranges from $600 to $1,950 with an average price of $1,144.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Lakefront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Lakefront ranges from $850 to $3,055 with an average monthly rent of $1,478.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lakefront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Lakefront range from $850 to $4,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,021.
How expensive are South Lakefront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 914 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Lakefront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,010 to $4,700 - averaging $2,266 for the location.
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