1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (485 Rentals)

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8232 S Drexel Ave
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8232 S Drexel Ave

8232 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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319 E 79th
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319 E 79th

319-325 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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8249 S Evans
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8249 S Evans

738-740 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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7903 S Eberhart
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7903 S Eberhart

7903 S Eberhart AveChicago, IL 60619
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741-53 E 79th St
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741-53 E 79th St

741-753 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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7949 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7949 S Ellis Ave

7949-7955 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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7949 S St Lawrence
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7949 S St Lawrence

7949 S Saint Lawrence AveChicago, IL 60619
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400 E 81st St
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400 E 81st St

400 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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915 E 83rd St
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915 E 83rd St

915 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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8042 S Ellis Ave
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8042 S Ellis Ave

8034-8042 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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1133 E 82nd St
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1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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8152 S Evans
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8152 S Evans

8152 S Evans StChicago, IL 60619
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8155 S Maryland
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8155 S Maryland

8155-8157 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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9218 S. Bishop
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9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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7812 S Emerald Ave
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7812 S Emerald Ave

7812-7814 S Emerald AveChicago, IL 60620
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Ingleside Building
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Ingleside Building

8101-8125 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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935-941 E 81st St
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935-941 E 81st St

935-941 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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8515 S Green
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8515 S Green

8515 S Green StChicago, IL 60620

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8238 S Ellis Ave
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8238 S Ellis Ave

8238-8246 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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1108 E 82nd St
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1108 E 82nd St

1108-1118 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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8253-59 S Ingleside Ave
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8253-59 S Ingleside Ave

8253-8259 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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7917-27 S Drexel Ave
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7917-27 S Drexel Ave

7917-7927 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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7901-11 S Dobson Ave
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7901-11 S Dobson Ave

7901-7911 S Dobson AveChicago, IL 60619
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8203 S Indiana Ave
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8203 S Indiana Ave

8203 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60619
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7701 S Stewart Ave
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7701 S Stewart Ave

7701-7707 S Stewart AveChicago, IL 60620
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8236 S Maryland Ave
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8236 S Maryland Ave

8236-8244 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
8642 S Maryland Ave1 Bed, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$900
8200 S. Evans Ave.1Bed/1Bath775 Sq Ft$1,300
8951 S Ada St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment700 Sq Ft$1,040
8148-56 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining700 Sq Ft$965
7901-11 S Dobson Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment675 Sq Ft$900
9000 S Bishop St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment650 Sq Ft$1,015

Cheapest Available South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Side of Chicago, IL is the Model Apartment 1 BDR Model starting from $750 at 1155 W 83rd St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Side is currently $1,152. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1155 W 83rd StModel Apartment 1 BDR$750
8238 S Ellis Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining$820
8253-59 S Ingleside Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$825
8222-32 S Ingleside Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$845
8208 S Drexel Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$855
8152 S Evans1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$860
7701 S Stewart Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$865
1108 E 82nd St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$865
7812 S Emerald Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment$875
7901-11 S Dobson Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$900

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Side, Chicago, IL

Ranked #158

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

79 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Side Apartments

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 $1,152.

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 925 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.