
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (63 Rentals)
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South Shore Beach Apartments

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7511 S Chappel 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 |
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South Shore Studio Apartments | $1,078 | $700 | $2,500 |
South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $895 | $1,686 |
South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,100 | $2,499 |
South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,350 | $2,249 |
South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,400 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community priced from $700. 2207 E 75th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $710. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
2207 E 75th St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $710 |
South Shore Beach Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
The Townhouse Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
7150 S Cornell Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
1931 E 71st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
1962 E 71st Place | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Lakeside Grant Manor | Studio Market | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
7612 S Kingston | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
7624 S Kingston | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $0.53 price per square foot 7845 S Kingston Ave Model at 7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 3 in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 3BD/2BA Model at 7437-7439 S Chappel Ave starting at $1,875 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 3 | 7845 S Kingston Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.53 |
7437-7439 S Chappel Ave | 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor | 7825 S Cregier Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
7619 S Phillips Ave, Unit 1 | 7619 S Phillips Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
7730 S Essex Ave, Unit 1 | 7730 S Essex Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
7839 S Saginaw Ave, Unit 1 | 7839 S Saginaw Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
7755 S South Shore Dr, Unit Apartment 1W | 7755 S South Shore Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
7131-45 S Yates Blvd | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
7109-15 S Ridgeland Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Getting Around the South Shore Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Shore is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment is $900 at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is starting from $1,030 at 7612 S Kingston.
What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7131-45 S Yates Blvd and starts from $1,105.
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