Cheap Homes for Rent in South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (7 Rentals)

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$700
2207 E 75th StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$710
7925 S PhillipsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL

As of June 18, 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 7825 S Cregier Ave Model at 7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor starting at $2,100 with a $1.24 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
7825 S Cregier Ave, Unit 2 Floor7825 S Cregier Ave3BR,1BA$1.24
7619 S Phillips Ave, Unit 17619 S Phillips Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
7730 S Essex Ave, Unit 17730 S Essex Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
7839 S Saginaw Ave, Unit 27839 S Saginaw Ave3BR,1BA$1.27
7701 S Yates Blvd2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining2BR,1BA$1.02
7755 S South Shore Dr, Unit Apartment 1W7755 S South Shore Dr2BR,1BA$1.20
6930-6942 S Crandon Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.28
2826 E 78th St, Unit 12826 E 78th St1BR,1BA$1.28
7131-45 S Yates Blvd3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.26

Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore

What type of rentals are currently available in South Shore?

There are currently 700 Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $7,973. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Shore ranging from $750 to $4,100.

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 $750 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,619.

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 $7,973, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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