Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (75 Rentals)

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1448 W 83rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1448 W 83rd

1436 W 83rd StChicago, IL 60620
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8201 S Drexel Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

8201 S Drexel Ave

8200-8204 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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7845-7859 S Avalon Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7845-7859 S Avalon Ave

7845-7859 S Avalon AveChicago, IL 60619
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9040 S Bishop St
1 Bedroom Apartments

9040 S Bishop St

9040 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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410 E 107th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

410 E 107th St

410 E 107th StChicago, IL 60628
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7800 S Bishop St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7800 S Bishop St

7800 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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8640 S Ingleside Ave
Studio Apartments

8640 S Ingleside Ave

8640 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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8148-56 S Ingleside
1 Bedroom Apartments

8148-56 S Ingleside

8148-8156 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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8000-12 S Maryland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8000-12 S Maryland Ave

8000-8012 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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8127 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8127 S Ellis Ave

8127 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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8052 S Laflin St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8052 S Laflin St

8052 S Laflin StChicago, IL 60620
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7929 S State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

7929 S State St

7929 S State StChicago, IL 60619
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8238 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8238 S Ellis Ave

8238-8246 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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7800 S Michigan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7800 S Michigan Ave

7800-7804 S Michigan AveChicago, 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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8249 S Evans
2 Bedroom Apartments

8249 S Evans

738-740 E 83rd StChicago, 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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8155 S Maryland
1 Bedroom Apartments

8155 S Maryland

8155-8157 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60619
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8200-04 S Ingleside Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8200-04 S Ingleside Ave

8200-8204 S Ingleside AveChicago, IL 60619
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8000-04 S Drexel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8000-04 S Drexel Ave

8000-8004 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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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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1133 E 82nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133 E 82nd St

1133 E 82nd StChicago, IL 60619
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8000 S Ellis Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

8000 S Ellis Ave

8000 S Ellis AveChicago, 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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South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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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 South Side

How much are Studio apartments in South Side?

There are currently 90 Studio Apartments in South Side with rent ranges from $650 to $1,050 with an average price of $821.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Side Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Side ranges from $750 to $1,686 with an average monthly rent of $1,178.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Side range from $1,000 to $3,639. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,495.

How expensive are South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 119 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $2,100 - averaging $1,673 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.