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$1,400

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312 E 83rd St, Unit 1

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South Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1155 W 83rd St priced from $700. 8201 S Ada St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1155 W 83rd StStudioStudio,1BA$700
8201 S Ada St1325 W. 82nd StreetStudio,1BA$800
84th Place & Ingleside1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$850
8640 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$880
1108 E 82nd1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$890
7917 S Drexel1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$895
8051 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$895
963 E 84th St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$895
8152 S Evans1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$915
8222 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, IL

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.84 price per square foot 7942 S Lafayette Ave Model at 7942 S Lafayette Ave, Unit The South Side Estate in the in the Chatham neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 9037 S Bishop St Model at 9037 S Bishop St starting at $1,875 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Beverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7942 S Lafayette Ave, Unit The South Side Estate7942 S Lafayette Ave3BR,1BA$0.84
9037 S Bishop St9037 S Bishop St2BR,1BA$0.94
8040 S Evans Ave8040 S Evans Ave3BR,1BA$1.22
7652 S Peoria St904 W. 77th St.3BR,1BA$1.21
8014 S Maryland2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.14
7949 S Ellis2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.23
84th Place & Ingleside1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.13
8236 S Maryland1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$1.34
8222 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$1.34
8051 S Ingleside1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$1.38

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South Side, Chicago, IL

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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 829 Apartments for Rent in South Side, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,195. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,100 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $1,100 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,219.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Side range from $1,350 to $3,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.

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