
Gated Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (167 Rentals)


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Maclean House

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The Flamingo Apartments

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Museum Walk Apartments

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

Park Boulevard 2B

Broadview Hall

2358 E 70th Pl

7251 At Waters Edge
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2Sisters Apartments

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Plaisance Apartments

The Dunham Apartments

Lake Grove Village

Woodland Park By The Lake

7109-7115 S Ridgeland Ave

Eden Commons

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The Versailles Apartments

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1633 E 74th St

8100 S Drexel Ave
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Oglesby Towers Apartments

Academy at Drexel

7131-7145 S Yates Blvd

Cornell (The Greenstone)

South Shore Beach Apartments

The Townhouse Apartments

Southland Village

1734 E 72nd St

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6246 S. King Dr.

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7944 S Ellis Ave

3610 S Ellis Ave

7144 S Jeffery

7350 S Phillips Ave

Ironwood

8043 S Maryland Ave

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Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

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6843 S Merrill Ave

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8434 S Drexel Ave, Unit 3

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8539 S Colfax Ave, Unit First Floor Unit 1

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8327 S Crandon Ave, Unit 1

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8020 S Coles Ave, Unit 1

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5410 S Harper Ave, Unit #211

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5320 S Cornell Ave, Unit #511
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lakefront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lakefront Studio Apartments | $1,027 | $575 | $2,875 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $825 | $4,181 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,125 | $5,800 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,275 | $5,000 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,361 | $2,700 | $8,192 |
| South Lakefront 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,980 | $4,150 | $5,810 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #33
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 Gated South Lakefront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in South Lakefront?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in South Lakefront is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $575.
How much is the average rent for a Gated South Lakefront Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in South Lakefront is $1,646.
What is the largest Gated South Lakefront Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in South Lakefront is a 4,929 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at 8434 S Drexel Ave, Unit 3.
What is the average size for South Lakefront Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in South Lakefront is currently at 885 sq ft.
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