
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,549 Rentals)


Lake Meadows Apartments

5252

City Hyde Park

5550 S Dorchester

East Park Tower

Drexel Grand

Prairie Shores

Abbott Square - 8143

Lakeside Apartments
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Woodlawn Court

The Flamingo Apartments

Museum Walk Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

4611 S Ellis Ave

Madison Park Apartments

Park Boulevard 2B

6900 S South Shore Drive

5135-45 S. Ingleside Ave.

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1360-64 E. 52nd St.

Mayfair Apartments

7526-36 S Colfax Ave

5326 S. Harper Ave.

The Versailles Apartments

Scholars Corner Apartments

The Dunham Apartments

Ivy Park Homes

5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue

7028 S Clyde
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Hyde Park Tower

Twin Towers Apartments

4700 Lake Park Apartments

6201 S Evans Ave

Ellis Court

7609 S Coles

Woodland Park By The Lake

8241 S Ellis

5504 S Wabash

Lakeside Grant Manor
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Eden Commons

Academy at Drexel

5901 S Michigan

7440 S Phillips

7110 S Ridgeland

Lake Grove Village

Southland Village

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7300 Venture Apartments

South Shore 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 | $1,112 | $650 | $1,795 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $837 | $2,730 |
South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,275 | $4,700 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $1,350 | $5,368 |
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Largest Available South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Lakefront area of Chicago, IL is found at Paramour and is listed at 1,432 square feet priced from $2,385. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramour | 4850-2bD | 1,432 Sq Ft | $2,385 |
| 5325 S. Hyde Park Boulevard | 5325-2bb | 1,406 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 1,400 Sq Ft | $1,190 |
| Cloisters | clo-2b2c | 1,385 Sq Ft | $3,295 |
| Windermere House | wndh2b05 | 1,346 Sq Ft | $3,180 |
| Lakeside Grant Manor | 2 Bed Deluxe 7427 | 1,325 Sq Ft | $1,712 |
| Oglesby Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2B | 1,215 Sq Ft | $1,801 |
| 9006 S Escanaba Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,218 |
| 5034-5046 S. Woodlawn Avenue | 5034-2bD | 1,188 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| 7557 S Calumet Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 1,180 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
Cheapest Available South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit South Lakefront of Chicago, IL is the 2Front Model starting from $850 at 8702 S Escanaba Ave. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in South Lakefront is currently $2,072. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8702 S Escanaba Ave | 2Front | $850 |
| 7801 S Essex | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $930 |
| Boxelder Court | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | $965 |
| Park Apartments | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | $990 |
| 6160 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,000 |
| 7316 S Jeffery | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,030 |
| 7949 S Ellis | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,035 |
| 7801 S Yates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,060 |
| 7939 S Dobson | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,070 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Carnegie Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Lakefront with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in South Lakefront is at 8702 S Escanaba Ave listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in South Lakefront is $2,072.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Lakefront is a 1,432 square feet unit starting from $2,385 at Paramour.
What is the average size for South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in South Lakefront is currently 1,152 sq ft.
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