
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (3,345 Rentals)


4901 S Drexel

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AMLI West Loop

The Duncan

City Hyde Park

Drexel Grand

Arrive South Loop

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AMLI Lofts

Astoria Tower
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224 S Ashland

Sentral Michigan Avenue

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1001 South State

East Park Tower

Fisher Building Apartments

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4611 S Ellis Ave

6930-6942 S Crandon Ave

Abbott Square - 8143

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The Station Lofts

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Imprint

Porte

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Coeval

4611 South Drexel Blvd
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The Van Buren

Aspire

The Shelby

Lakeside Apartments

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

30 East Roosevelt

Arrive LEX

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The Avra West Loop

The Jax

The Grand Central

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1401 S. State

Museum Walk Apartments

Park Boulevard 2B

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Eleven40

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The Cooper

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727 West Madison
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Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,866 | $600 | $9,922 |
Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $700 | $8,957 |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $989 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $924 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $14,596 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 3345 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Largest Available Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at SKY55 and is listed at 1,114 square feet priced from $3,360. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKY55 | 1N Den | 1,114 Sq Ft | $3,360 |
| Cloisters | clo-1b1a | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Windermere House | wndh1b06 | 1,032 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
| Burnham Pointe | Residence 6 & 7 (1BR+Den/1.5BA) | 963 Sq Ft | $3,123 |
| 2358 E 70th Pl | Large | 950 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Wells Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A4 | 908 Sq Ft | $2,878 |
| 1000M Apartments | 1H1 | 904 Sq Ft | $3,921 |
| AMLI 900 | Chic | 900 Sq Ft | $3,222 |
| Coeval | A9.L | 898 Sq Ft | $3,055 |
| 6930-6942 S Crandon Ave | 1BD/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Chicago of Chicago, IL is the 1 BDR Model starting from $800 at 1155 W 83rd St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Chicago is currently $2,226. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1155 W 83rd St | 1 BDR | $800 |
| 7003 S Harper | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $845 |
| 84th Place & Ingleside | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $850 |
| 7949 S Ellis | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $860 |
| 8001 S Ellis | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $870 |
| 963 E 84th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $895 |
| 7917 S Drexel | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $895 |
| 8051 S Ingleside | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $895 |
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | $900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #10
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Talman Elementary School
Gage Park High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Chicago with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwest Chicago is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwest Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Chicago is $2,226.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwest Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Chicago is a 1,114 square feet unit starting from $3,360 at SKY55.
What is the average size for Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwest Chicago is currently 1,120 sq ft.
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