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


8100 S Drexel

8201 S Ada St

7652 S Peoria St

Chatham Grove

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7914 S Champlain Ave

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7942 S Lafayette Ave, Unit The South Side Estate

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8120 S Ellis Ave, Unit 2
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8040 S Evans Ave

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7917 S Peoria St, Unit 1A

7944 S Ellis Ave

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7704 S Emerald Ave

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953 E 84th St

8411 S Ingleside Ave

8807 S Cottage Grove Ave

8612 S Ingleside Ave

9103 S Cottage Grove Ave

9034 S Dauphin Ave

917 E 78th St

7834 S Ellis
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802 E 90th St

8843 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
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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

8156 S Laflin St
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9111 S Cottage Grove Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $787 | $700 | $895 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $800 | $1,429 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $950 | $2,200 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,350 | $3,195 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $1,450 | $2,700 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #120
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 8100 S Drexel listed at $755.
How much is the average rent for a Gated South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in South Side is $1,459.
What is the largest Gated South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in South Side is a 2,328 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at 7942 S Lafayette Ave, Unit The South Side Estate.
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 1,092 sq ft.
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