Cheap Homes for Rent in South Shore Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (22 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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$700
2235 E 71st StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$805
The Townhouse ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
1931 E 71st St1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$920
7801-13 S Essex1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL

As of November 14, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7845 S Kingston Ave, Unit 37845 S Kingston Ave3BR,2BA$0.53
6937 S Merrill Ave, Unit Floor 16937 S Merrill Ave3BR,2BA$0.89
7437-7439 S Chappel Ave3BD/2BA3BR,2BA$0.94
6900 S South Shore Drive2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19
2812 E 76th St, Unit #32812 E 76th St3BR,2BA$1.15
7711 S Chappel Ave, Unit Apartment 17711 S Chappel Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
7263 S Coles2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.26
South Shore Beach Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
7200 Coles1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.24
7657 S East End Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.23

Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore

What type of rentals are currently available in South Shore?

There are currently 679 Apartments for Rent in South Shore, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,900. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Shore ranging from $950 to $3,000.

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 $950 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,880.

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 $1,350 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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