
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,570 Rentals)


Lake Meadows Apartments

Shoreland

5320-5326.5 S. Drexel Boulevard

East Park Tower

Prairie Shores

5252

4208-4214 S Michigan Ave

Abbott Square

4611 South Drexel Blvd
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Lakeside Apartments

The Flamingo Apartments

4611 S Ellis Ave

Park Boulevard 2B

6900 S South Shore Drive

Madison Park Apartments

Museum Walk Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5135-45 S. Ingleside Ave.

5326 S. Harper Ave.
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The Trilogy at Hyde Park

Woodlawn Commons

1360-64 E. 52nd St.

Mayfair Apartments

7526-36 S Colfax Ave

Scholars Corner Apartments

The Dunham Apartments

5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue

Woodland Park By The Lake

The Del Prado
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Twin Towers Apartments

Hyde Park West

Oglesby Towers Apartments

Ellis Court

7609 S Coles

7028 S Clyde

5504 S Wabash

Eden Commons

The Versailles Apartments

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Hyde Park Tower
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4700 Lake Park Apartments

5550 S Dorchester

1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard

8100 S Drexel Ave

Drexel Grand

7715 S South Shore

Ivy Park Homes

Academy at Drexel

Lake Grove Village

Shorewind 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 | $1,261 | $600 | $2,920 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $700 | $3,490 |
South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,125 | $4,308 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $1,300 | $5,173 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,533 | $3,300 | $4,000 |
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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 The Dunham Apartments and is listed at 1,550 square feet priced from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dunham Apartments | D803 | 1,550 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Ironwood | Two Bedroom 120% | 1,400 Sq Ft | $1,190 |
| 5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue | 57152bb | 1,392 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
| Windermere House | wndh2b05 | 1,346 Sq Ft | $3,180 |
| Solstice on the Park | sop-2b2b | 1,303 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
| Cloisters | clo-2b2b | 1,230 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| Oglesby Towers Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2B | 1,215 Sq Ft | $1,846 |
| 6900 S South Shore Drive | 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| 9006 S Escanaba Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,218 |
| City Hyde Park | chp2b10 | 1,179 Sq Ft | $3,550 |
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 $2,116. 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 |
| 7800 S Essex | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $925 |
| 7801 S Essex | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $930 |
| Boxelder Court | Two Bedroom 50% AMI | $965 |
| 7316 S Jeffery | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $995 |
| 6160 S Martin Luther King Dr | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,000 |
| 7916 S Drexel | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,020 |
| 7120 S Wabash | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,025 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #32
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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This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Illinois including South Lakefront, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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 $2,116.
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 1,550 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at The Dunham Apartments.
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 1,179 sq ft.
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