
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,416 Rentals)


4901 S Drexel

Lake Meadows Apartments

5252

East Park Tower

Shoreland

5320-5326.5 S. Drexel Boulevard

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

Abbott Square

Prairie Shores
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4611 S Ellis Ave

6900 S South Shore Drive

Park Boulevard 2B

Madison Park Apartments

Museum Walk Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living
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5326 S. Harper Ave.

The Trilogy at Hyde Park

7526-36 S Colfax Ave

Mayfair Apartments

2358 E 70th Pl

2Sisters Apartments

Plaisance Apartments

Scholars Corner Apartments

Vue 53

1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard
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8251 S Ellis

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Hyde Park Tower

Twin Towers Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

5550 S Dorchester

8222 S Ingleside

Drexel Grand

Shorewind Apartments

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1633 E 74th St
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Ellis Court

The Townhouse Apartments

6751 S Jeffery

The Versailles Apartments

Hyde Park West

7715 S South Shore

Eden Commons

Lake Grove Village

Academy at Drexel

8100 S Essex 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 | $1,116 | $600 | $2,920 |
South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $700 | $3,045 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $850 | $4,495 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $1,165 | $4,700 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,699 | $1,300 | $5,173 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $2,600 | $8,876 |
| South Lakefront 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,150 | $4,150 | $4,150 |
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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 $2,595. 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 | $2,595 |
| 6900 S South Shore Drive | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| South Shore Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 950 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Large | 950 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| East Park Tower | ept1bT06 | 913 Sq Ft | $2,875 |
| Shoreland | sh1b12 | 881 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
| 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 |
| Regents Park | 1bn03 | 800 Sq Ft | $2,015 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,195 |
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 $845 at 7003 S Harper. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lakefront is currently $1,643. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 7003 S Harper | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $845 |
| 7941 S Marquette | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $860 |
| 7917 S Drexel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $895 |
| 8051 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $895 |
| 7300 S Yates Blvd | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $895 |
| KLEO Art Residences | One Bedroom 50% | $900 |
| 8100 S Essex Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $900 |
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | $900 |
| 8751 S Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $905 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 7003 S Harper listed at $845.
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 $1,643.
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 $2,595 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 0 sq ft.
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