
Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $700 (52 Rentals)


5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

6246 S. King Dr.

Hyde Park Beach

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community

3616 W Lexington St, Unit 2

1315 W 31st St

7645 S Cottage Grove Ave

5845 S Princeton Ave
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7451 S Vernon Ave

1370-1380 W 79th St

7517 S. Coles

8100 S Justine St

319 E 79th

7903 S Rhodes Ave

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Devonshire Apartments

Shore View Apartments

7115-25 S East End Ave
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8232 S Drexel Ave

7600-14 S South Shore Dr

The Doral

Oglesby Arms

6945 S Crandon Ave

6838 S Jeffery Blvd

7908 S Prairie Ave

963 E 84th St

7201 S Western Ave

7808 Southshore
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1155 W 83rd St

6314 S Troy St

7948-7958 S Ingleside Ave

7256 S Rhodes Ave

7945-7955 S. Drexel Ave.

6315-6319 S California Ave

South Shore Neighborhood Apartments

First InSite 7959 S Ashland Apartments

7241-7255 S Constance Ave

1536 E. 83rd Place
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First InSite 8044 S Chatam II

6739 S Jeffery Blvd

6957 S Michigan Ave

741-53 E 79th St

Park Shore View Apartments

The Midwest Apartments

5401 S Ellis Ave

South Beach Apartments

7520 S. Coles Avenue

1121-1123 E 82nd St
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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 | $1,778 | $550 | $6,975 |
| Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $450 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,406 | $750 | $9,972 |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,111 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $20,812 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #15
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
Carson 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 2,578 Studio Apartments in Southwest Chicago with rent ranges from $550 to $6,975 with an average price of $1,778.
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 $450 to $12,585 with an average monthly rent of $2,210.
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 $750 to $9,972. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,406.
How expensive are Southwest Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,857 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $16,557 - averaging $2,536 for the location.
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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.

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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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