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$700 - $900Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community
7010-7018 S Cregier AveChicago, IL 60649
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (88 Rentals)
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7106 S Ridgeland Ave
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7715 S South Shore Dr
7715 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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The Townhouse Apartments
7022 S South Shore DrChicago, IL 60649
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7511 S Chappel Ave
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$977 - $1,465Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Shorewind Apartments
2373 E 70th StChicago, IL 60649
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
South Shore Neighborhood Apartments
7748 S Kingston AveChicago, IL 60649
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
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 | $955 | $700 | $1,350 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $900 | $1,450 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,150 | $2,340 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $1,350 | $2,000 |
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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 $765. 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 | $765 |
| 7706 South Coles | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Townhouse Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Jeffery Parkway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 7846 S Saginaw Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1931 E 71st St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 1748 E 71st Pl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| 7131-45 S Yates Blvd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| 7706 S Saginaw Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL
As of October 06, 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 |
| 7115 S Cornell Ave, Unit 2N | 7115 S Cornell Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 6913 S Merrill Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 6913 S Merrill Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 2812 E 76th St, Unit #3 | 2812 E 76th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 6900 S South Shore Drive | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 7236 S Yates Blvd | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| South Shore Beach Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 7131-45 S Yates Blvd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 7706 S Saginaw Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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 $985 at 7131-45 S Yates Blvd.
What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7236 S Yates Blvd and starts from $1,360.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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