
Gated Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (41 Rentals)


8100 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619

8201 S Ada St

8043 S Maryland Ave

7640 S Stewart Ave

7944 S Ellis Ave

Chatham Grove

1348 W 83rd St
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8040 S Evans Ave, Unit 1st floor, Unit 1st floor

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8057 S Sangamon St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Chatham Park Village-Cooperative (Membership)

8815 S Cottage Grove Ave

9000-9004 S Dauphin Ave

7704 S Emerald Ave

9034 S Dauphin Ave

8612 S Ingleside Ave
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8001 S Maryland Ave

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7959 S Laflin St

8602 S Aberdeen St

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542 E 80th St

8218 S Ingleside Ave

9006 S Cottage Grove Ave
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953 E 84th St

8411 S Ingleside Ave

8807 S Cottage Grove Ave

9103 S Cottage Grove Ave

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

917 E 78th St

7834 S Ellis

802 E 90th St

8843 S Cottage Grove Ave

7701 S Halsted St

837 E 86th St
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949-953 E 86th St
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 | $790 | $700 | $850 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,130 | $800 | $2,119 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $900 | $2,300 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,250 | $7,385 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,773 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #66
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet 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 $1,319.
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 $1,500 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 938 sq ft.
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