
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,425 Rentals)


4901 S Drexel

Lake Meadows Apartments

City Hyde Park

Drexel Grand

5550 S Dorchester

East Park Tower

5252

Prairie Shores

4611 S Ellis Ave
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4611 South Drexel Blvd

Lakeside Apartments

The Flamingo Apartments

Museum Walk Apartments

Park Boulevard 2B

6900 S South Shore Drive

Madison Park Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living
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7320 S Phillips Ave

2358 E 70th Pl

7251 At Waters Edge

Mayfair Apartments

7526-36 S Colfax Ave

2Sisters Apartments

Scholars Corner Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

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1633 E 74th St
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Ellis Court

Lakeside Grant Manor

Twin Towers Apartments

Eden Commons

Hyde Park Tower

Hyde Park West

8251 S Ellis

The Versailles Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

8100 S Drexel
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8222 S Ingleside

Shorewind Apartments

Academy at Drexel

8152 S Evans

7715 S South Shore

Lake Grove Village

The Townhouse Apartments

South Shore Beach Apartments

7849-7853 S Coles Ave

7300 Venture Apartments
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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 | $1,248 | $600 | $2,650 |
South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $700 | $3,220 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,025 | $6,493 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $1,450 | $4,800 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Largest Available South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Lakefront area of Chicago, IL is found at Cloisters and is listed at 1,100 square feet priced from $2,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloisters | clo-1b1a | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Large | 950 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 7320 S Phillips Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $900 |
| Boxelder Court | One Bedroom 50% AMI | 842 Sq Ft | $1,126 |
| 7800 S Jeffery | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 817 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
| 7350 S Phillips Ave | 1/1.00 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| 824 E 53rd St | 1 Bed | 800 Sq Ft | $950 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| East Park Tower | ept1bT12 | 784 Sq Ft | $1,940 |
| 5416 S. Woodlawn Avenue | 54161ba | 742 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Cheapest Available South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lakefront of Chicago, IL is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $850 at 84th Place & Ingleside. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lakefront is currently $1,552. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 84th Place & Ingleside | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $850 |
| 8640 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| 963 E 84th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $895 |
| 8051 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $895 |
| 7917 S Drexel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $895 |
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | $900 |
| 7320 S Phillips Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $900 |
| KLEO Art Residences | One Bedroom 50% | $900 |
| 7120 S East End | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $905 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #25
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 1 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Lakefront with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Lakefront is at 84th Place & Ingleside listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Lakefront is $1,552.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Lakefront is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $2,550 at Cloisters.
What is the average size for South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Lakefront is currently 686 sq ft.
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