
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (395 Rentals)


7251 At Waters Edge

2358 E 70th Pl

1633 E 74th St

Lakeside Grant Manor

South Shore Beach Apartments

Shorewind Apartments

Oglesby Towers Apartments

The Townhouse Apartments

7653 S Kingston Ave
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6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

7601 S Kingston Ave

7220

7609 S Coles

1931 E 71st St 1931-45 E 71st Chicago, IL 60649

6751 S Jeffery Blvd Chicago, IL 60649

7941 S Marquette

7715 S South Shore Dr Chicago, IL 60649

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community
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1904 E 79th St

2879 E 77th St

7330 S Yates Blvd

6842 S Merrill Ave

6810 S East End Ave

6926 S Oglesby Ave

2329 E 70th St

6851 S Crandon Ave

6934 S Crandon Ave

7612 S Saginaw Ave
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Merrill Court

Hanson Anton Apartments

Lakefront Place

7129 S Euclid Ave

7800-10 S Colfax Ave LLC

7117 S Euclid Ave

7106 S Euclid Ave

2534 E 76th St

7617 S East End Ave

7655 Yates Blvd
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3014-3018 E Cheltenham Pl

7719 S Kingston Ave

7655 S Kingston Ave

2533-2537 E 75th St

6751 S. Merrill Apartments

6755 S Paxton Ave

6933 S Jeffery Blvd

7847-7853 S Essex Ave

6823 S Ridgeland Ave

7849 S Escanaba Ave
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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 | $942 | $700 | $1,275 |
South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $855 | $1,679 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $1,005 | $2,200 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $995 | $2,500 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 395 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Largest Available South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Shore area of Chicago, IL is found at 7653 S Kingston Ave and is listed at 1,163 square feet priced from $1,490. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7653 S Kingston Ave | 1x1 | 1,163 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Large | 950 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| South Shore Beach Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 880 Sq Ft | $1,125 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Oglesby Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A5 | 750 Sq Ft | $1,142 |
| Astoria Properties | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 700 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| 7818-7820 South Shore Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 650 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| 7770-78 S South Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60649 | 1BR/1.0BA | 650 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 7220 | Remodeled 1BD | 650 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| The Townhouse Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 605 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Cheapest Available South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Shore of Chicago, IL is the One Bedroom/ One Bathroom Model starting from $900 at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Shore is currently $1,183. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | $900 |
| 1931 E 71st St 1931-45 E 71st Chicago, IL 60649 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $925 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Medium | $1,050 |
| 7220 | 1 BD | $1,095 |
| South Shore Beach Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,125 |
| Oglesby Towers Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A5 | $1,142 |
| The Townhouse Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,200 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | $1,200 |
| Astoria Properties | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,200 |
| Shorewind Apartments | Style S1 | $1,250 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Shore with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Shore is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Shore Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is $1,183.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Shore is a 1,163 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at 7653 S Kingston Ave.
What is the average size for South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Shore is currently 791 sq ft.
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