
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (100 Rentals)


808 W 76th

8222 S Ingleside

8259 S Loomis Blvd

7701 S Stewart

8152 S Evans

1144 W 84th St, Unit FL 1

8251 S Ellis

8201 S Ada St

1439 W 93rd St
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543 E 77th St

Chatham Grove

8627 S Ingleside Ave, Unit 2F

8232 S Drexel Ave

319 E 79th

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

8249 S Evans

741-53 E 79th St

7701 S Cottage Grove

7903 S Eberhart
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8122-8128 S Indiana Ave

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments

7601 S King Dr

7949 S St Lawrence

8045-8049 S King Dr

915 E 83rd St

8101-8107 S Langley Ave

400 E 81st St

8042 S Ellis Ave

84th Place & Ingleside
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7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.

9218 S. Bishop

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue

1133 E 82nd St

7949 S Ellis

8001 S Ellis

8200 S Ingleside

935-941 E 81st St

Ingleside Building
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8640 S Ingleside

8515 S Green St

1108 E 82nd

8051 S Ingleside

7917 S Drexel

8203 S Indiana Ave

8642 S Maryland Ave

8751 S Cottage Grove Ave

8001 S Carpenter

8000 S Drexel
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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 | $792 | $700 | $850 |
South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $800 | $1,418 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $900 | $2,200 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,250 | $3,195 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,500 | $2,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #67
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Side is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $800 at 1155 W 83rd St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side is starting from $800 at 1155 W 83rd St.
What is the most affordable South Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1155 W 83rd St and starts from $800.
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