
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL from $600 (53 Rentals)
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14547 Chicago Road

14538 S Cottage Grove Ave Dolton, IL 60419

Dorchester Townhomes

12157 S Michigan Ave

Ginger Ridge Apartments

The Lakes Apartments

89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton, Unit 89paxton

13905-37 S Clark St Riverdale, IL 60827

14047 S Tracy Ave
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14047 S Tracy Ave, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

414 W 144th St, Unit Studio/Basement

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117 Buiding

15815 W Lexington Ave

14141 S School St
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Baric Commons

304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426

14124 S Atlantic Ave

14026 S School St

1573 State St 1575 S State St Calumet City, IL 60409

1677 State

1501-1503 State St

14122 S School St Riverdale, IL 60827

14031 S School St Riverdale, IL 60827
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136 E 155th St

14127 S School St

14138 S School St

14101 S Atlantic Ave Riverdale, IL 60827

1475 State St

14133 S School St Riverdale, IL 60827

14110 S Atlantic Ave

14123-14125 S Tracy Ave

14021-25 S Tracy Ave Riverdale, IL 60827

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3324 E 136th St

14015-19 S Tracy Ave Riverdale, IL 60827

14520 Harvey Ave

13256 S Prairie Ave Chicago, IL 60827

10 W 137th St

13313 S Eberhart Ave

426 Calumet Blvd

1601 Downs Dr

12863 S Normal Ave

12870 S Green St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dolton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dolton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,129 | $850 | $1,210 |
| Cheap Dolton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $1,087 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Dolton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,455 | $1,900 |
| Cheap Dolton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,925 | $1,925 |
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Cheapest Available Dolton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dolton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 12157 S Michigan Ave in the South Chicago neighborhood priced from $850. 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 in the College District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dolton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12157 S Michigan Ave | 1 Bedroom Studio | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1677 State | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| 14031 S School St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 14538 S Cottage Grove Ave Dolton, IL 60419 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| 13905-37 S Clark St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dolton area is the $1.00 price per square foot 14047 S Tracy Ave Model at 14047 S Tracy Ave, Unit 1B in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Dolton apartment is the 2BD/1BA Model at 14047 S Tracy Ave starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the College District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dolton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14047 S Tracy Ave, Unit 1B | 14047 S Tracy Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 14047 S Tracy Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Dynasty Properties | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 12157 S Michigan Ave | 1 Bedroom Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 14031 S School St Riverdale, IL 60827 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 14021-25 S Tracy Ave Riverdale, IL 60827 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton | 89 Paxton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 304 East 147th Street Harvey, IL 60426 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dolton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dolton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dolton Apartment is $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dolton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dolton is starting from $1,087 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.
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