
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (34 Rentals)
Apartments in the South Side area of Chicago with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


8000 S Prairie Ave

415 E 80th St

8037 S Champlain Ave

8218 S Ingleside Ave

7907 S Vernon Ave

8015 S Drexel Ave

648-650 79th St
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8936 S Blackstone Ave

9157 S Loomis St

622-624 W 79th St

10613 S Edbrooke Ave

432 W Winneconna Pky

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Auburn Gresham Senior Apartments

7804 S Maryland Ave
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7556-7558 S Calumet Ave

1334-1344 W 83rd St

1302 W 103rd St

1000 W 76th St

8456 S Wabash Ave 20-28 E 85th Chicago, IL 60619

8000-02 S. Lafayette Avenue

915 E 83rd St

New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments
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8155 S Ingleside

8650 S Elizabeth St

7903 S Evans Ave

1155 W 83rd St

9000 S Bishop St Chicago, IL 60620

Blue and Yellow Apartments

7948 S Greenwood 7946-7948 S Greenwood Chicago, IL 60619

7755 S Sangamon St 914-918 W 78th St Chicago, IL 60620
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1536 E. 83rd Place

7655 S May Chicago, IL 60620
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 | $1,018 | $700 | $1,650 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $800 | $2,019 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $1,095 | $2,441 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,250 | $7,437 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,918 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #155
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 204 Studio Apartments in South Side with rent ranges from $870 to $1,650 with an average price of $2,696.
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 $2,019 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 $1,095 to $2,441. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,502.
How expensive are South Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 158 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,250 to $7,437 - averaging $1,850 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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