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Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community
7010-7018 S Cregier AveChicago, IL 60649
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7106 S Ridgeland Ave
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1734 E 72nd St
1734 E 72nd StChicago, IL 60649
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7022 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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1931 E 71st St
1931 E 71st StChicago, IL 60649
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6731 S Jeffery BlvdChicago, IL 60649
7511 S Chappel Ave
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7715 S South Shore Dr
7715 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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7801-13 S Essex
7801 S Essex AveChicago, IL 60649
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7541 S Kingston Ave
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6700 S Oglesby AveChicago, IL 60649
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6856 S Merrill AveChicago, IL 60649
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2358 E 70th Pl
2358 E 70th PlChicago, IL 60649
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7001 S Chappel AveChicago, IL 60649
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7932 S Kingston Ave
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Shorewind Apartments
2373 E 70th StChicago, IL 60649
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7748 S Kingston AveChicago, IL 60649
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New Venture Realty South Shore Apartments
1618 E 70th StChicago, IL 60649
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South Shore, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Studio Apartments | $982 | $700 | $1,350 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $845 | $1,679 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $975 | $2,200 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $995 | $2,900 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,350 | $1,800 |
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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. 2235 E 71st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 2235 E 71st St | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| The Townhouse Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 1931 E 71st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| 7800-06 S Essex | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| 7846 S Saginaw Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 7801 S Saginaw | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 7801-13 S Essex | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| 7620 S Coles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL
As of November 22, 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 6937 S Merrill Ave Model at 6937 S Merrill Ave, Unit Floor 1 starting at $2,500 with a $0.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 3 | 7845 S Kingston Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| 6937 S Merrill Ave, Unit Floor 1 | 6937 S Merrill Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 7437-7439 S Chappel Ave | 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 6900 S South Shore Drive | 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 2812 E 76th St, Unit #3 | 2812 E 76th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 7923 S Clyde Ave, Unit Clyde SS 2 | 7923 S Clyde Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 7711 S Chappel Ave, Unit Apartment 1 | 7711 S Chappel Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 7263 S Coles | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 7620 S Coles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 7657 S East End Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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 a cheap apartment in South Shore?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Shore is under $990.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Shore?
The cheapest apartment in South Shore is 1931 E 71st St which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in South Shore costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Shore?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in South Shore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Shore?
Cheap apartments in South Shore have an average cost of $114 which is $1,586 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Shore.
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