
Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL Under $900 (235 Rentals)


5748 Blackstone

Maclean House

Tailor Lofts

Broadview Hall

1155 W 83rd St

8100 S Essex

7917-7927 S Drexel Ave

6751 S Jeffery Blvd

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The Townhouse Apartments

1734 E 72nd St

8201 S Ada St

6246 S. King Dr.

1624 S Throop St

1348 W 83rd St

824 E 53rd St

Hyde Park Beach

KLEO Art Residences

Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community
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8702 S Escanaba Ave

Total Monthly Price
440 E 42nd St, Unit Bronzeville Studio

6250 S Western Ave

1506 E 67th St

9211 S Laflin St

6646 S Bishop St

1136 W 84th St

7033 S East End Ave

3025 W 54th Pl

506 154th place Calumet City,il
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Chatham Park Village-Cooperative (Membership)

6209 S Michigan Ave

7555 S Hermitage Ave

1133 E 82nd St

9101-9109 S Beverly Ave

9218 S. Bishop

8045-8049 S King Dr

7401 S Kingston Ave

8101-8107 S Langley Ave
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8249 S Evans

1 Bedroom Chicago Apartment For Rent

7451 S Vernon Ave

8122-8128 S Indiana Ave

8051-8053 S King Dr

1370-1380 W 79th St

8057 S Marshfield Ave

7655-7657 S Coles Ave

6914-6916 S Clyde Ave

6516 S University
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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 | $1,742 | $575 | $6,511 |
| Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $200 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,429 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $16,037 | $4,150 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Chicago, Chicago, IL
Ranked #13
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Chicago?
There are currently 2,567 Studio Apartments in Southwest Chicago with rent ranges from $575 to $6,511 with an average price of $1,742.
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 $800 to $11,280 with an average monthly rent of $2,298.
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 $650 to $14,959. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,594.
How expensive are Southwest Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,835 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,080 to $14,812 - averaging $2,822 for the location.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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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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