Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (7,563 Rentals)

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AMLI West Loop
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$2,438 - $6,128

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AMLI West Loop

205 S PeoriaChicago, IL 60607
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The Windy City Price Tag: Your Complete Guide to the Cost of Living in Chicago

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AMLI Lofts
$2,296 - $5,999

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AMLI Lofts

850 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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1001 South State
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$2,452 - $11,135

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1001 South State

1001 S State StChicago, IL 60605
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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1400 Wabash
$2,169 - $7,568

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1400 Wabash

1400 S Wabash AveChicago, IL 60605
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Imprint
$2,044 - $11,106

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Imprint

717 S Clark StChicago, IL 60605
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Coeval
$2,054 - $5,635

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Coeval

51 E 14th StChicago, IL 60605
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Looking for a rental near Chicago? These five cities offer excellent options! From small-town charm to excellent business options, you can't go wrong!

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The Van Buren
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$2,481 - $6,199

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The Van Buren

808 W Van Buren StChicago, IL 60607
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Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA

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Neveseno
$2,284 - $8,740

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Neveseno

1717 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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

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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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Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Chicago. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? Southwest Chicago ranks as a leading section of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, and access to highly-rated education.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks, paths, and trails? this section of town is a highly-rated submarket for nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential neighborhood has come to be one of the finest higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, maid services, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise furry friends? this part of Chicago is amongst the finest communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Chicago

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southwest Chicago area of Chicago, IL?

As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 7,563 available Southwest Chicago apartments priced from $600 to $31,928, with an average monthly rent of $2,489.

How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Chicago?

There are currently 2,554 Studio Apartments in Southwest Chicago with rent ranges from $600 to $15,622 with an average price of $1,977.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Chicago Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Chicago ranges from $800 to $9,831 with an average monthly rent of $2,262.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Chicago cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Chicago range from $850 to $27,568. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,637.

How expensive are Southwest Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,854 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $695 to $16,682 - averaging $2,743 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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The Windy City Price Tag: Your Complete Guide to the Cost of Living in Chicago

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.