
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (488 Rentals)


8201 S Ada St

8642 S Maryland Ave

8201 S Michigan Avenue

Chatham Grove

1348 W 83rd St

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653 E 82nd St, Unit 1W

849 W 83rd St, Unit 1

Total Monthly Price
503 E 79th St, Unit 2A

1136 W 84th St
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121 W 80th St

8024 S Ellis Ave

1439 W 93rd St

9213 S Laflin St

Chatham Park Village-Cooperative (Membership)

8249 S Evans

1133 E 82nd St

9218 S. Bishop

9017-25 S Cottage Grove

7942-44 S Champlain Ave
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8005-07 S Champlain Ave Chicago IL

7801-05 S Indiana Ave Chicago IL

8242 S Drexel LLC

8157-59 S King Drive

8056-58 Calumet Ave Chicago IL

8139-8145 S Maryland Ave

7701 S Eggelston St

1528 W. 99th St. Chicago IL

9145-9147 Ada Ave

8021-8023 S Maryland Ave
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8035 S Evans Ave

9115-9117 S Bishop St

701 E 79th St

8101 S Evans Ave

7836 S Ada St

7757 S King Dr

651 E 82nd St

7601-7619 S Prairie Ave

8418 S Ingleside Ave

7600 S May St
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8241 S Maryland Ave

8358 S May St

9050 S Dauphin Ave

8425 S Drexel Ave

7626 S Drexel Ave

7844 S Ellis Ave

8300 S Elizabeth St

8231 S Ingleside Ave

1047-1049 E 80th St

Ingleside Manor
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South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $700 | $1,650 |
South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $900 | $1,955 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $900 | $1,850 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,080 | $3,000 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Largest Available South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at 8642 S Maryland Ave and is listed at 900 square feet priced from $900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $900 |
| 1348 W 83rd St | 1 BR | 850 Sq Ft | $901 |
| 8222-32 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden | 725 Sq Ft | $995 |
| 8251 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 675 Sq Ft | $945 |
| 7901-11 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 675 Sq Ft | $985 |
| 7752 S Cornell Ave Chicago, IL 60649 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 665 Sq Ft | $1,015 |
| 8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 650 Sq Ft | $910 |
| 8051 S Ingleside Ave 934-42 E 81st Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 650 Sq Ft | $895 |
| 8101 S Drexel Ave 903-07 E 81st Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 650 Sq Ft | $995 |
| 9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 650 Sq Ft | $1,055 |
Cheapest Available South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Side of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $880 at 7916 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Side is currently $1,179. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 7916 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $880 |
| 7917-27 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $895 |
| 8051 S Ingleside Ave 934-42 E 81st Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $895 |
| 8200-04 S Ingleside Ave 915-19 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $900 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $900 |
| 1348 W 83rd St | 1 BR | $901 |
| 8751 S Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $905 |
| 8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $910 |
| 8238 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $915 |
| 8155 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $935 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Side is at 7916 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 listed at $880.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Side is $1,179.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Side is a 900 square feet unit starting from $900 at 8642 S Maryland Ave.
What is the average size for South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Side is currently 825 sq ft.
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