1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,410 Rentals)

Lake Meadows Apartments

1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard

The Del Prado

The Flamingo Apartments
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6900 S South Shore Drive

Madison Park Apartments

Museum Walk Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

7251 At Waters Edge

2Sisters Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

Mayfair Apartments

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Twin Towers Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

Shorewind Apartments

Hyde Park West

Lake Grove Village

Academy at Drexel
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Southland Village

Astoria Properties

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

Chatham Grove

5326-5336 S. Greenwood Avenue

5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue
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5020 S Woodlawn Ave

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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 | $1,085 | $575 | $3,561 |
South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $725 | $3,876 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $900 | $5,909 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,300 | $7,523 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,587 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,316 | $4,976 | $5,995 |
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There are currently 1410 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 7653 S Kingston Ave and is listed at 1,163 square feet priced from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7653 S Kingston Ave | 1x1 | 1,163 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| Cloisters | clo-1b1a | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,175 |
| Windermere House | wind1bT6 | 1,032 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Large | 950 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| 8139-8145 S Maryland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 900 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $900 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Astoria Properties | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 700 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| 4611 S Ellis Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 500 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
Cheapest Available South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lakefront of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $850 at 8100-8114 S Essex Ave. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lakefront is currently $1,473. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8100-8114 S Essex Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $850 |
| 8208 S Drexel Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $855 |
| 8000-12 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $860 |
| 7917-27 S Drexel Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $875 |
| 7706 South Coles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| 8001-03 S Muskegon Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| 8345-49 S Drexel Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $890 |
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | $900 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $900 |
| 1931 E 71st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | $920 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #28
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 8100-8114 S Essex Ave 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 $1,473.
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 1,163 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at 7653 S Kingston Ave.
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 850 sq ft.
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