
Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $1,200 (143 Rentals)


8222 S Ingleside

8251 S Ellis

8100 S Drexel Ave

7701 S Stewart

8152 S Evans

808 W 76th

8201 S Ada St

Chatham Grove

8259 S Loomis Blvd
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7944 S Lafayette Ave, Unit 2

1144 W 84th St, Unit FL 1

1439 W 93rd St

543 E 77th St

9243 S Stony Island Ave

7836 S Sangamon St

8010 S Evans Ave

8055 S Prairie Ave

304 E 81st St

8026 S Aberdeen St
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8647 S Drexel Ave

506 154th place Calumet City,il

8001 S Emerald Ave

7851-7859 S Indiana Ave

8001 S Champlain Ave

7751 S Loomis

9017-9019 S Cottage Grove Ave

7701 S Eggelston St

1133 E 82nd St

9218 S. Bishop
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8045-8049 S King Dr

8101-8107 S Langley Ave

8249 S Evans

8122-8128 S Indiana Ave

8051-8053 S King Dr

1370-1380 W 79th St

8237 S Drexel Ave

1415 W 80th

8201 S Michigan Avenue

8935 S Dauphin Ave
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7956 S Aberdeen St

8851 S Cottage Grove Ave

8057-8059 S Dobson Ave

7800 S Michigan

7754 S Loomis

7657 S Morgan

8056 S Drexel

1448 W 83rd

8014 S Maryland

8855 S Cottage Grove Ave
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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 | $792 | $700 | $850 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $800 | $1,418 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $900 | $2,200 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,250 | $3,195 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,500 | $2,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #67
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about South Side
How much are Studio apartments in South Side?
There are currently 197 Studio Apartments in South Side with rent ranges from $700 to $850 with an average price of $792.
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 $800 to $1,418 with an average monthly rent of $1,055.
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 $900 to $2,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,428.
How expensive are South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 151 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,250 to $3,195 - averaging $1,685 for the location.
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