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12863 S Normal Ave

1601 Downs Dr

14605 Des Plaines St, Unit 1E

14605 Des Plaines St, Unit 1 W
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314 E 138th St, Unit 1F

515 East End Ave

414 W 144th St

12113 S State St

639 Jeffery Ave
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12822 S Union Ave

1259 Cunningham Dr, Unit 1E

1235 River Dr

557 W 126th St

16048 Halsted St
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Dolton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Dolton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,494 | $1,100 | $1,750 |
| Dolton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,278 | $1,600 | $3,330 |
| Dolton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,549 | $1,400 | $3,400 |
| Dolton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,075 | $2,850 | $3,300 |
| Dolton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Dolton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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 Calumet City 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 |
| 14020 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 14031 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| 14036-50 Tracy Ave | RVDL1BR1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dolton area is the $0.95 price per square foot 211 E 161st Pl Model at 211 E 161st Pl, Unit 1 in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,900. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211 E 161st Pl, Unit 1 | 211 E 161st Pl | 3BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 14047 S Tracy Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 14036-50 Tracy Ave | RVDL2BR1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Dynasty Properties | 2 BD Glenwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 14021 S Tracy | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 1677 State | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 13905 S Clark | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 14020 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 14031 S School | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dolton?
There are currently 254 Apartments for Rent in Dolton, IL with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,000. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dolton ranging from $1,100 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dolton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dolton ranges from $1,100 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,182.
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