
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (2,565 Rentals)


Bellwether Residences

4901 S Drexel

626 on the Park

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AMLI West Loop

Sentral Michigan Avenue

Arrive Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

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1001 South State

East Park Tower

Drexel Grand

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Fisher Building Apartments

5550 S Dorchester

5252

Astoria Tower

Prairie Shores

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Imprint

Porte

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Coeval

30 East Roosevelt

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5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

Straits Row

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1000 South Clark

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1401 S. State

Scio at the Medical District

The Rosie
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4611 S Ellis Ave

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

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6900 S South Shore Drive

Arc at Old Colony

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

1363-67 E. 53rd St.

1407 on Michigan

Millennium on LaSalle

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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 | $1,986 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $800 | $9,885 |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,734 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,794 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,837 | $3,300 | $4,322 |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $11,571 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 2565 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Southwest Chicago area of Chicago, IL is found at 6415-6417 Champlain and is listed at 900 square feet priced from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6415-6417 Champlain | 0BR/1.0BA | 900 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| 824 E 53rd St | Large Studio | 800 Sq Ft | $850 |
| 6938 S Cregier Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| The Rosie | A8 | 683 Sq Ft | $2,098 |
| 3249/3251 S Kenilworth Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | 675 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| AMLI Lofts | E200 | 674 Sq Ft | $2,476 |
| Coppia | V4 | 666 Sq Ft | $2,588 |
| 330 S. Wells St | 09 Tier Studio Deluxe | 658 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Regents Park | 0bn12 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| 727 West Madison | Convertible Studio-12B | 635 Sq Ft | $2,997 |
Cheapest Available Southwest Chicago Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Southwest Chicago of Chicago, IL is the Studio Model starting from $700 at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community. The average price for all Studio apartments in Southwest Chicago is currently $1,986. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community | Studio | $700 |
| 6246 S. King Dr. | Efficiencies | $710 |
| 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living | Large Co-Living Single Room | $712 |
| 1155 W 83rd St | Studio | $720 |
| 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living | No Kitchenette with Shared Bathroom | $726 |
| 8001 S Ellis | Studio Apartment | $740 |
| 7849-7853 S Coles Ave | 853-3N | $750 |
| Jarrell Washington Park | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $750 |
| 5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living | Efficiency Studio - West | $786 |
| 6306 S Artesian Ave | Studio Apartment | $795 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
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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 Studio Southwest Chicago Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Chicago with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Southwest Chicago is at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Southwest Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Southwest Chicago is $1,986.
What is the largest available Studio Southwest Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Chicago is a 900 square feet unit starting from $1,225 at 6415-6417 Champlain.
What is the average size for Southwest Chicago Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Southwest Chicago is currently 486 sq ft.
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