
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Chicago Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (123 Rentals)
Apartments in the Southwest Chicago area of Chicago with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Arrive South Loop

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AMLI Lofts

Sentral Michigan Avenue

NEMA Chicago

Arrive Michigan Avenue

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Imprint

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Coeval

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The Van Buren

Monroe Aberdeen Place
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The Shelby

Arrive LEX

Straits Row

The Grand Central

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1401 S. State

Park Boulevard 2B

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Neveseno

Eleven40

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The Cooper

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727 West Madison
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River City Apartments

The Elle Apartments

1000 South Clark

Gateway West Loop

Madison Park Apartments

The Regal Apartments

Scio at the Medical District

1407 on Michigan

Millennium on LaSalle

1118-28 E. Hyde Park Blvd.
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The Reed

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The Alfred

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JeffJack Apartments

2101 Michigan

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Hyde Park Tower
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Lake Grove Village

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6751 S Jeffery

6246 S. King Dr.

Windermere House

Jeffery Parkway Apartments

Museum Park

Parkland Condominiums
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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 | $1,856 | $600 | $4,966 |
| Southwest Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,219 | $700 | $9,737 |
| Southwest Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $989 | $9,446 |
| Southwest Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,509 | $2,695 | $4,000 |
| Southwest Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $18,283 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago
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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 Southwest Chicago
How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Chicago?
There are currently 2,555 Studio Apartments in Southwest Chicago with rent ranges from $170 to $4,966 with an average price of $7,707.
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 $700 to $9,737 with an average monthly rent of $2,219.
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 $500 to $12,920. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,569.
How expensive are Southwest Chicago Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,869 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Chicago on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $989 to $9,446 - averaging $2,730 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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
Written by: Nicole Harms
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.

Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.