
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (123 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the South Lakefront area of Chicago with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Lake Meadows Apartments

East Park Tower

5550 S Dorchester

5252

City Hyde Park

Prairie Shores

Woodlawn Court

4611 S Ellis Ave

5135-45 S. Ingleside Ave.
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1118-28 E. Hyde Park Blvd.

The Dunham Apartments

5715-5725 S. Kimbark Avenue

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Hyde Park Tower

4700 Lake Park Apartments

Hyde Park West

Eden Commons

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Celebration Apartments

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5123 S University Ave, Unit 1A

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843 E Marquette Rd, Unit 2

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1154 E 54th Pl, Unit A

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5756 S Kenwood Ave, Unit A

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3935 S Wells St, Unit 1

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3935 S Wells St, Unit 1

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5211 S Greenwood Ave

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5644 S Prairie Ave, Unit 2
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5313 South Maryland Avenue, Unit Apt 4

4827 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit 2

4827 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit 1

5030 S Prairie Ave, Unit 2

6042 S Eberhart Ave, Unit 2

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9440 S Wabash Ave, Unit SI ID1601867P

6825 S Crandon Ave, Unit 3

6141 S Greenwood Ave, Unit 1

4827 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit 3

5213 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1a
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3723 S Giles Ave, Unit SI ID1228643P

5115 S Drexel Ave, Unit 2F

5644 S Prairie Ave, Unit 2

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3723 S Giles Ave, Unit SI ID1228641P

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5252 S Cornell Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID1160

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5252 S Cornell Ave, Unit SI FL20-ID1158

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5252 S Cornell Ave, Unit SI FL10-ID1159

4745 S Indiana Ave

4809 S Forrestville Ave

6046 S Rhodes 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 | $1,144 | $600 | $1,950 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $850 | $3,055 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $850 | $4,500 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,010 | $4,700 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $1,600 | $5,368 |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #22
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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Frequently Asked Questions about South Lakefront
How much are Studio apartments in South Lakefront?
There are currently 1,400 Studio Apartments in South Lakefront with rent ranges from $600 to $1,950 with an average price of $1,144.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Lakefront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Lakefront ranges from $850 to $3,055 with an average monthly rent of $1,478.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lakefront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Lakefront range from $850 to $4,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,021.
How expensive are South Lakefront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 914 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Lakefront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,010 to $4,700 - averaging $2,266 for the location.
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