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3221 Commercial Ave

137 W 27th St

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Olympic Village Apartments

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Crest Apartments

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The Shields

Oakwood Townhomes

1916 Euclid Ave

128 E Joe Orr Rd

474 W 14th Pl

130 E Lincoln Hwy

Ford Heights

1205 N Main St
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26-28 W 29th St

3034 Chicago Rd

502 W Lincoln Hwy

1206 West End Ave

484 Hickory St

128 W 34th St

737-747 Grant Ave

9 16th St
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402 Hickory St

811 Sangamon St

205-207 W 14th Pl

Golden Towers I & II

631 Carpenter St

1434 Park Ave

130 Hickory St

378 West 116th
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3623 Union Ave

1430 Donovan Dr

Autumn Ridge

450-480 W 16th St

Central Park

723 Grant Ave

737--747 Grant Ave

2520 Chicago Rd
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148 W 14th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Chicago Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Chicago Heights Studio Apartments | $1,001 | $800 | $1,110 |
| South Chicago Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $1,200 | $1,475 |
| South Chicago Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,300 | $1,725 |
| South Chicago Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $1,036 | $1,995 |
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Cheapest Available South Chicago Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Chicago Heights, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Linden Park Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,110. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Chicago Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,110 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1,590 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Chicago Heights, IL and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Chicago Heights area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated Model at Westbridge Apartments in the in the Lincoln Station neighborhood starting from $1,590. The second greatest value South Chicago Heights apartment is the The Maple Model at Olympic Village Apartments starting at $1,440 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Indian Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Chicago Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbridge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 2805 Commercial Ave | 2805 Commercial Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 24 W 37th St, Unit #2 | 24 W 37th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Chicago Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Chicago Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Chicago Heights is at Crest Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Chicago Heights Apartment is $1,365 at Oakwood Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Chicago Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Chicago Heights is starting from $1,415 at Linden Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,825.
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