
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (393 Rentals)


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AMLI Lofts

Astoria Tower

224 S Ashland

NEMA Chicago

Fisher Building Apartments

Prairie Shores

The Station Lofts

820 Michigan by 3L Living
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The Van Buren

The Shelby

21st Street Lofts by 3L Living

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Arrive LEX

731 Plymouth by 3L Living

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The Flamingo Apartments

Straits Row
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The Jax

The Grand Central

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1401 S. State

Museum Walk Apartments

Park Boulevard 2B

The Elle Apartments

1000 South Clark

Gateway West Loop

Scio at the Medical District

5401 Cornell by 3L Living
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5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

1047 W Madison St

1338 W Cullerton St

1407 on Michigan

2001 S State St

2358 E 70th Pl

Woodlawn Commons

1752 W 18th Pl

7251 At Waters Edge

2Sisters Apartments
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Plaisance Apartments

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1633 E 74th St

The Dunham Apartments

1000M Apartments

The Alfred

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Roosevelt Collection Lofts

Woodland Park By The Lake

JeffJack Apartments

Park Michigan - 1212 S Michigan Ave

2101 Michigan
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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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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 Gated Southwest Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Southwest Chicago?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Southwest Chicago is at 6246 S. King Dr. listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Southwest Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Southwest Chicago is $2,330.
What is the largest Gated Southwest Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Chicago is a 2,730 square feet unit starting from $2,507 at 1000 South Clark.
What is the average size for Southwest Chicago Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Southwest Chicago is currently at 810 sq ft.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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