Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (43 Rentals)

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935-941 E 81st St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

935-941 E 81st St

935-941 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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Ingleside Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ingleside Building

8101-8125 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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1121-1123 E 82nd St
Studio Apartments

1121-1123 E 82nd St

1121-1123 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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741-53 E 79th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

741-53 E 79th St

741-753 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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1536 E. 83rd Place
Studio Apartments

1536 E. 83rd Place

1536 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.

7945-7955 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7948-7958 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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7908 S Prairie Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7908 S Prairie Ave

7908 S Prairie AveChicago, IL 60619

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963 E 84th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

963 E 84th St

963 E 84th StChicago, IL 60619
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319 E 79th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

319 E 79th

319-325 E 79th StChicago, IL 60619
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8232 S Drexel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8232 S Drexel Ave

8232 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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7903 S Rhodes Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

7903 S Rhodes Ave

7903 S Rhodes AveChicago, IL 60619
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7903 S Eberhart
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7903 S Eberhart

7903 S Eberhart AveChicago, IL 60619

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8640 S Ingleside Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8640 S Ingleside Ave

8640 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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400 E 81st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

400 E 81st St

400 E 81st StChicago, IL 60619
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7949 S St Lawrence
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7949 S St Lawrence

7949 S Saint Lawrence AveChicago, IL 60619
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915 E 83rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

915 E 83rd St

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

8042 S Ellis Ave

8034-8042 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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9218 S. Bishop
1 Bedroom Apartments

9218 S. Bishop

9218 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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8000-12 S Maryland Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

8000-12 S Maryland Ave

8000-8012 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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7800 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7800 S Michigan Ave

7800-7804 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60619
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8100 S Drexel Ave
Studio Apartments

8100 S Drexel Ave

8100-8104 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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7701 S Stewart Ave
Studio Apartments

7701 S Stewart Ave

7701-7707 S Stewart AveChicago, IL 60620
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8208 S Drexel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8208 S Drexel Ave

8208-8210 S DrexelChicago, IL 60619

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8236 S Maryland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8236 S Maryland Ave

8236-8244 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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8001-09 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8001-09 S Ellis Ave

8001-8009 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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8249 S Evans
2 Bedroom Apartments

8249 S Evans

738-740 E 83rd StChicago, IL 60619
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8203 S Indiana Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8203 S Indiana Ave

8203 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60619
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1108 E 82nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1108 E 82nd St

1108-1118 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619

South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1155 W 83rd St priced from $650. 808 W 76th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1155 W 83rd StStudioStudio,1BA$650
808 W 76th StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$770
8640 S Ingleside AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$775
7701 S Stewart AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$795
7752 S Cornell AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$830
8000-12 S Maryland AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$840
7800 S Michigan AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$845
8100 S Drexel AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$850
8208 S Drexel Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, IL

As of August 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $1.00 price per square foot 7914 S Champlain Ave Model at 7914 S Champlain Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Chatham neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 10053 S Forest Ave Model at 10053 S Forest Ave, Unit #3 starting at $1,500 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Pullman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7914 S Champlain Ave, Unit 37914 S Champlain Ave4BR,1BA$1.00
10053 S Forest Ave, Unit #310053 S Forest Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
8929 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 3rd Floor8929 S Blackstone Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
8017 S Vernon Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.33
9215 S Cottage Grove Ave, Unit 29215 S Cottage Grove Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
8253-59 S Ingleside Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.14
7930-46 S Ingleside Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.15
7924 S Vernon1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.14
8056 S Drexel Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.29
1108 E 82nd St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Side, Chicago, IL

Ranked #161

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 Cheap South Side Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $750 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 $900 at 1108 E 82nd St.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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