Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Chicago, Chicago, IL

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Apartments Under $600
Studio $530+

1 bd $701+

2 bd $900

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8321-31 S. King Dr.

4.5 (1)

8321-31 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL 60619
Apartments Under $800
Only 1 unit left

1 bd $735+

2 bd $850

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428-430 E. 83rd Street

428-430 E. 83Rd Street, Chicago, IL 60619

Apply online • Cat friendly
Apartments Under $900
Only 2 units left

1 bd $800

2 bd $1,100

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8507-8509 S Crandon Ave

8507-8509 S Crandon Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

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1 bd $805

2 bd $1,010

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Merrill Court Apartments

3.0 (5)

7201 S. Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649

In unit laundry • Hardwood Floors • Public Transportation
Apartments Under $1,000
Only 1 unit left

1 bd $900

2 bd $950

4 bd $1,675

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8017 S Maryland Ave

8017 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

Apply online • Pet friendly
Only 2 units left

1 bd $900

2 bd $1,000+

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7356-7358 S Eberhart Ave

452 E 74Th St, Chicago, IL 60619

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6 units available

2 bd $950

3 bd $950

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8045-8047 S Maryland Ave

8045-8047 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

Apply online • Hardwood Floors
Apartments Under $1,100
5 units available

1 bd $1,000

2 bd $1,000

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436-440 E 72nd St

4.0 (5)

436-440 E 72Nd St, Chicago, IL 60619

Apply online • Hardwood Floors
4 units available

1 bd $1,000

2 bd $1,300

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6900 S Vernon AVe

421-423 E 69Th St, Chicago, IL 60637

Apply online • Hardwood Floors
Apartments Under $1,200
New Units Available 7 units available

Studio $1,188+

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Museum Walk Apartments

4.0 (67)

5541 S. Everett Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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4 units available

2 bd $1,200

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6711 South Chappel Avenue

6711 South Chappel Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649

Apply online • Hardwood Floors
Only 1 unit left

Studio $1,200

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211 E 79th St LLC

211-213 E 79Th St, Chicago, IL 60619

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Only 1 unit left

2 bd $1,220

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8051-53 S Essex Ave

8051-53 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

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Only 2 units left

3 bd $1,250+

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8710 S Buffalo

8710 S Buffalo, Chicago, IL 60617

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New Units Available 7 units available

Studio $1,252+

1 bd $1,308+

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The Flamingo Apartments

4.0 (71)

5500 S. Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60637

Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
3 bd $1,300

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358 E 70th St, Unit 1 West

358 E 70Th St, Chicago, IL 60637
Only 2 units left

2 bd $1,400

3 bd $1,400+

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6635-37 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60637

6635-37 S Ellis Ave, CHICAGO, IL 60637

Apply online • Pet friendly
Only 1 unit left

2 bd $1,600

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7451 S Colfax Ave

7451 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

Apply online • Pet friendly
New Units Available

1 bd $1,652+

2 bd $2,210+

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Park Heights By The Lake Apartments

4.5 (18)

2231 E. 67Th Street, Chicago, IL 60649

Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
New Units Available Only 1 unit left

2 bd $1,695

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2800 E 81st St

3.0 (6)

2800 E 81St St, Chicago, IL 60617

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Only 1 unit left

3 bd $2,000

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9032 South University Avenue

9032 South University Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619

Apply online • Hardwood Floors
Only 1 unit left

4 bd $2,295

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6210-16 S. Dorchester Ave.

6210 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Apply online • Cat friendly • Dishwasher
Only 1 unit left

Ask for pricing

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6430-32 S Ellis Ave

6430 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

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Ask for pricing

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6135-45 S. Dorchester Ave/1409 E. 61st St.

4.0 (6)

6135 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Cat friendly • Large Closets • Hardwood Floors
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Plaisance Apartments

4.0 (16)

6104 S. Woodlawn Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

Pet friendly • Fitness center • In unit laundry
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Chicago, Chicago, IL?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $800 and $1,695.

How many cheap rentals are available in South Chicago, Chicago, IL on RentCafe?

There are 6 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in South Chicago, Chicago, IL were last updated on 14 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in South Chicago, Chicago, IL?

The average South Chicago, Chicago, IL cheap apartment size is 817 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in South Chicago, Chicago, IL?

Cheap apartments in South Chicago, Chicago, IL are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in South Chicago, Chicago, IL?

A cheap apartment in South Chicago, Chicago, IL offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.