
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (586 Rentals) Page 2 of 12
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7654 S Marquette Ave, Unit 2

5504 S Wabash

7028 S Clyde

5168 S King Dr

9243 S Stony Island Ave

Chatham Grove

111 E 57th St

7122 S Wentworth Ave

5926 S Michigan Ave
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2648 E 78th St

212 E 57th St

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2116 East 69th Street, Unit 1

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8725 S State St

Woodlawn Terrace

4950 S Prairie Ave

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5162 S King Dr

5172 S King Dr
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7610 S Saginaw Ave

7322 S Phillips Ave

Cornell (The Greenstone)

7053 S Dante Ave, Unit 2F

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Plaisance Apartments

1728 E 70th St

1722 E 70th St

625 E Marquette Rd

2327 E 70th St
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Ironwood

7220

Drexel Grand

8153 S Colfax Ave

7444 S Langley Ave

6618 S Maryland Ave

7147 S Princeton Ave

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5148 S Indiana Ave, Unit G

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

Southland Village
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7848 S Burnham Ave, Unit 2N

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8452 S Burnham Ave

5020 S Woodlawn Ave

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5136 S Kimbark 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 | $1,152 | $600 | $1,955 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $800 | $2,635 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,235 | $1,010 | $4,700 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $1,450 | $4,800 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,816 | $3,650 | $4,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lakefront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lakefront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lakefront is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment is $850 at 84th Place & Ingleside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lakefront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lakefront is starting from $850 at 8702 S Escanaba Ave.
What is the most affordable South Lakefront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Lakefront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Coleman Place At Legends South and starts from $170.
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