
Gated Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (39 Rentals)


8201 S Ada St

7654 S Peoria St Basement Apartment

Chatham Grove

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8120 S Ellis Ave, Unit 2

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8040 S Evans Ave, Unit 1st floor

8515 S Wabash Ave

7944 S Ellis Ave

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917 E 78th St

7834 S Ellis

802 E 90th St

8843 S Cottage Grove Ave

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542 E 80th St

953 E 84th St

8411 S Ingleside Ave

8807 S Cottage Grove Ave
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9103 S Cottage Grove Ave

7908 S Langley Ave

7701 S Halsted St

837 E 86th St

949-953 E 86th St

7844 S Ellis Ave

7836 S Ada St

8338 S Maryland Ave

9158 S Dauphin Ave
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8156 S Laflin St

9111 S Cottage Grove Ave

7959 S Laflin St

8602 S Aberdeen St

8218 S Ingleside Ave

9006 S Cottage Grove Ave

8815 S Cottage Grove Ave

9000-9004 S Dauphin Ave

7704 S Emerald Ave
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9034 S Dauphin Ave

8612 S Ingleside Ave

8001 S Maryland Ave
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 | $835 | $775 | $860 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $850 | $1,481 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $1,075 | $2,200 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $1,350 | $5,547 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #132
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in South Side?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in South Side is at 8201 S Ada St listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Gated South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in South Side is $1,267.
What is the largest Gated South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in South Side is a 1,348 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at 8040 S Evans Ave, Unit 1st floor.
What is the average size for South Side Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in South Side is currently at 815 sq ft.
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