
Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $600 (21 Rentals)


5845 S Princeton Ave

8051-8053 S King Dr

1370-1380 W 79th St

First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

6739 S Jeffery Blvd

7241-7255 S Constance Ave
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741-53 E 79th St

6957 S Michigan Ave

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5401 S Ellis Ave

1121-1123 E 82nd St

7520 S. Coles Avenue

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Ingleside Building

935-941 E 81st St

Coleman Place At Legends South
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,719 | $550 | $5,839 |
| Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $849 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $879 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,310 | $2,175 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,561 | $2,475 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #9
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 Southwest Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Chicago?
There are currently 2,556 Studio Apartments in Southwest Chicago with rent ranges from $550 to $5,839 with an average price of $1,719.
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 $750 to $11,280 with an average monthly rent of $2,328.
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 $849 to $18,859. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,656.
How expensive are Southwest Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,859 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $28,818 - averaging $2,816 for the location.
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