
Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (730 Rentals)


Lakeside Apartments

6900 S South Shore Drive

7251 At Waters Edge

2358 E 70th Pl

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7526-36 S Colfax Ave

7320 S Phillips Ave

The Dunham Apartments

1931 E 71st

Lakeside Grant Manor
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2235 E 71st

7028 S Clyde

Oglesby Towers Apartments

7609 S Coles

7131 S Yates

7715 S South Shore

Shorewind Apartments

South Shore Beach Apartments

The Townhouse Apartments

7300 Venture Apartments
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7849-7853 S Coles Ave

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7234 S Jeffery Blvd

7601 S Kingston Ave

7608 S Saginaw Ave

South Shore Manor

7220

7150-52 S Cornell Ave

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

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7831 S Colfax Ave, Unit 7833 s Colfax ave
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7743 S East End Ave, Unit 3

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2014 E 77th St

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2116 East 69th Street, Unit 1

7337 S South Shore Dr, Unit 1421

7836 S East End Ave, Unit 1

1904 E 79th St, Unit 2nd Floor

7648 S Jeffery Blvd, Unit 2

7654 S Marquette Ave, Unit 2

7935 S Essex Ave, Unit 2

6825 S Crandon Ave, Unit 3
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2648 E 78th St, Unit G

7535 S Coles Ave, Unit 2

7848 S Burnham Ave, Unit 2N

7041 S Constance Ave, Unit 7047-3B

6942 S Crandon Ave, Unit 6948-3

2234 E 70th St, Unit #2

1904 E 79th St

6949 S Paxton Ave, Unit 3C

1617 E 77th St, Unit 1

7853 S Bennett Ave, Unit 2
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South Shore, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Studio Apartments | $923 | $700 | $1,500 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $800 | $1,550 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $990 | $2,100 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $1,125 | $2,500 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,599 | $1,295 | $2,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,975 | $1,300 | $3,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,450 | $2,100 | $2,750 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Shore area of Chicago, IL?
As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 730 available South Shore apartments priced from $700 to $2,600, with an average monthly rent of $1,335.
How much are Studio apartments in South Shore?
There are currently 184 Studio Apartments in South Shore with rent ranges from $700 to $1,500 with an average price of $923.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Shore Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Shore ranges from $800 to $1,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,201.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Shore range from $990 to $2,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,463.
How expensive are South Shore Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 198 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Shore on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,125 to $2,500 - averaging $1,804 for the location.
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