
Apartments for Rent in the South Lakefront Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $2,000 (698 Rentals)


4901 S Drexel Blvd Chicago, IL 60615

Lake Meadows Apartments

1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard

4721 S. Ellis Avenue

The Del Prado

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Prairie Shores

4611 South Drexel Blvd

The Flamingo Apartments
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5401 Cornell by 3L Living

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The Trilogy at Hyde Park

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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 | $1,073 | $575 | $3,561 |
| South Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $850 | $3,876 |
| South Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $950 | $8,155 |
| South Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $995 | $8,429 |
| South Lakefront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,570 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| South Lakefront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,673 | $2,200 | $5,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lakefront, Chicago, IL
Ranked #39
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 1,411 Studio Apartments in South Lakefront with rent ranges from $575 to $3,561 with an average price of $1,073.
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 $3,876 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 $950 to $8,155. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,824.
How expensive are South Lakefront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 906 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Lakefront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $995 to $8,429 - averaging $2,098 for the location.
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