Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $920 (22 Rentals)

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$1,250

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7337 S South Shore Dr, Unit 1421

7337 S South Shore Dr
ChicagoIL60649
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$1,400

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7123 S Merrill Ave, Unit 2

7123 S Merrill Ave
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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. 7849-7853 S Coles Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$700
7849-7853 S Coles Ave853-3NStudio,1BA$750
7925 S PhillipsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$785
6751 S JefferyStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$805
7150-52 S Cornell Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL

As of September 13, 2026 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 2.5BA Model at The Dunham Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $1.28 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 37845 S Kingston Ave3BR,2BA$0.53
The Dunham Apartments3BD 2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.28
7234 S Jeffery Blvd3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.16
7831 S Colfax Ave, Unit 7833 s Colfax ave7831 S Colfax Ave3BR,1BA$1.26
7829 S Phillips3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment3BR,1.5BA$1.03
7654 S. Colfax Ave.3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.04
7320 S Phillips Ave7322-1W2BR,1BA$1.18
7131 S Yates2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.20
7801 S Essex2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.13
7020 S Jeffery Ave7020 S Jeffery AveStudio ,1BA$1.18

Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore

What type of rentals are currently available in South Shore?

There are currently 651 Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,900. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Shore ranging from $920 to $3,450.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Shore?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Shore ranges from $920 to $3,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,723.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Shore?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Shore range from $1,350 to $2,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $3,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.

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