
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL from $600 (60 Rentals)
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15238 Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr

1031 E 151st St

14547 Chicago Road

Dorchester Townhomes

14538 S Cottage Grove

12157 S Michigan Ave

Ginger Ridge Apartments

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89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton

14047 S Tracy Ave
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13905 S Clark

Lakes

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724 W 138th St, Unit 3

15237 4th Ave

1850 State St

14605 Des Plaines St, Unit 1 W

14605 Des Plaines St, Unit 1E

Sandridge Apartments

314 E 138th St, Unit 1F

Dynasty Properties
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414 W 144th St

660 Clyde Ave

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1860 State St, Unit Garden Apt

117 Buiding

15815 W Lexington Ave

14141 S School St

Tracy Court Apartments

Baric Commons

14124 S Atlantic Ave

14026 S School St
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14020 S School

1573 State

136 E 155th

14031 S School

1501-1503 State St

304 E 147th St

14122 S School St

14127 S School St

14138 S School St

14101 S Atlantic
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1475 State St

Riverdale Apartments

14123 S Tracy

14110 S Atlantic Ave

14119 S Tracy

14021 S Tracy

Whistler's Crossing

1677 State

14015-14019 S Tracy Ave

13256 S Prairie Ave
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Dolton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dolton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dolton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $850 | $1,400 |
| Cheap Dolton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $1,087 | $1,650 |
| Cheap Dolton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $1,455 | $2,000 |
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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. Ginger Ridge Apartments in the North River 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 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1573-1575 State St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| 14031 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Riverdale Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Riverdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| 14047 S Tracy Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dolton area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2BD/1BA Model at 14047 S Tracy Ave in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Dolton apartment is the 1860 State St Model at 1860 State St, Unit Garden Apt starting at $1,800 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the North River 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 | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1860 State St, Unit Garden Apt | 1860 State St | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Dynasty Properties | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 12157 S Michigan Ave | 1 Bedroom Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 724 W 138th St, Unit 3 | 724 W 138th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 14101 S Atlantic | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 14021 S Tracy | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 14119 S Tracy | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 14031 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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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