Studio Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (201 Rentals)

8201 S Michigan Avenue

135 E 103rd St

7626 S Drexel Ave

9211 S Laflin St

7645 S Cottage Grove Ave

1370-1380 W 79th St

7851-59 S Indiana Ave

8001-03 S Champlain Ave Chicago IL

8139-8145 S Maryland Ave
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953 E 84th Pl

379 E 107th St

8535 S Green St

7956-7958 S Ellis Ave

7801 S Saint Lawrence Ave

632 E 76th St

8845 S Cottage Grove Ave

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7959 S Laflin St

9055 S Drexel Ave
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1316 W 92nd St

9360 S Halsted St

8525 S Green St

8018-8020 S Eberhart Ave

648-650 79th St

8211 South Ada

651-655 E 90th Pl

9117 S Cottage Grove Ave

7919 S Maryland Ave

740--746 E 82nd St
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7600 S Aberdeen St

1455 W 79th St

8533 S Drexel Ave

7801 S Evans Ave

8100 S Evans Ave

8039 S King Dr

8213 Cottage Grove

7941 S Ingleside Ave

9140 S Cottage Grove Ave

7954 S Maryland Ave
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957 E 84th St

7550-7558 S Parnell Ave

946 E 85th St

8129-8131 S Michigan Ave

8936 S Blackstone Ave

215 E 107th St

Chatham Apartments

7708 S Cornell Ave

7604 S Morgan St

917 E 78th St
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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 | $1,016 | $700 | $1,650 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $900 | $1,955 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $900 | $1,850 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,080 | $3,000 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Largest Available South Side Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the South Side area of Chicago, IL is found at 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 and is listed at 521 square feet priced from $770. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | 521 Sq Ft | $770 |
| 8256 S Loomis Blvd 1402-08 W 83rd Chicago, IL 60620 | Studio Apartment | 455 Sq Ft | $910 |
| 8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | 450 Sq Ft | $815 |
| 7701 S Stewart Ave Chicago, IL 60620 | Studio Apartment | 440 Sq Ft | $845 |
| 7929 S State St Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | 425 Sq Ft | $860 |
| 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | 416 Sq Ft | $715 |
| 8201 S Ada St | 1325 W. 82nd Street | 345 Sq Ft | $800 |
Cheapest Available South Side Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit South Side of Chicago, IL is the Studio Apartment Model starting from $715 at 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619. The average price for all Studio apartments in South Side is currently $1,016. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | $715 |
| 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | $770 |
| 8201 S Ada St | 1325 W. 82nd Street | $800 |
| 8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | $815 |
| 7701 S Stewart Ave Chicago, IL 60620 | Studio Apartment | $845 |
| 7929 S State St Chicago, IL 60619 | Studio Apartment | $860 |
| 8256 S Loomis Blvd 1402-08 W 83rd Chicago, IL 60620 | Studio Apartment | $910 |
| 8139-8145 S Maryland Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Side with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in South Side is at 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619 listed at $715.
How much is the average rent for a Studio South Side Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in South Side is $1,016.
What is the largest available Studio South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Side is a 521 square feet unit starting from $770 at 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619.
What is the average size for South Side Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in South Side is currently 786 sq ft.
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