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Houses for Rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

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Houses for Rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL. 24 Rentals Available
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    3859 South Vincennes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653
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    5427 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615
    3 BEDS $1,700
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    4930 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
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    816 West 51St Place, Chicago, IL 60609
    3 BEDS $1,750
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    A, Chicago, IL 60621
    2 BEDS $900
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    8900 S Dauphin Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    2 BEDS $1,706
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    8634 South Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60620
    5 BEDS $2,300
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    629 E 92Nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
    4 BEDS $1,800
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    Apt A, Chicago, IL 60615
    2 BEDS $1,400
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    405 N Park Dr, Chicago, IL 60611
    1 BED $2,680
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    10216 South Emerald Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628
    4 BEDS $1,900
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    8912 South Sacramento Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL 60805
    3 BEDS $2,510
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    10453 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
    5 BEDS $2,100
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    1573 W 100Th Pl, Chicago, IL 60643
    3 BEDS $2,875
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    5235 Long Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638
    3 BEDS $2,200
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    South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60643
    3 BEDS $2,400
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    320 North Homan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624
    3 BEDS $1,600
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    1931 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
    4 BEDS $6,400
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    524 North Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624
    3 BEDS $1,300
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    12354 South Normal Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628
    4 BEDS $2,200
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    12219 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL 60643
    3 BEDS $1,900
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    9127 Central Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
    3 BEDS $3,800
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    5458 Franklin Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
    3 BEDS $2,380
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    7919 Oak Park Ave, Burbank, IL 60459
    3 BEDS $2,160
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South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL rent trends

Rental prices in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have increased by 2.69% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,575 to $1,618.

Average rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

$1,618/mo South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL is around $1,618.

    What's the typical rent budget in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    A share of 9% of apartments in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 11% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 41% of South Side Chicago's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 31% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 5% of apartment rentals in Chicago are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. Meanwhile, 3% of apartment rentals in Chicago are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL (41%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in South Side Chicago, IL

    58 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    68 /100
    Good Transit
    85 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 58, Transit Score®: 68, Bike Score®: 85

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,700 and $2,800.

    What is the average size of a rental house in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    The average South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL rental house size is 1,359 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL?

    Renting a house in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

    Houses for rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL are usually located in non-central areas.

    South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL demographics

    • 226,950Total Population
    • 122,366 Female
      104,584 Male
    • 36Median Age

    In total, South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL has 226,950 residents, 122,366 women and 104,584 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Side Chicago’s population is 36.

    South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL households

    • 46,990 Family
      57,730 Non-family
    • 24,486 Children
      80,234 No Children
    • 104,720Total Number of Households
    • 1.73Average People Per Household
    • $48,772Median Household Income

    There is a total of 104,720 households in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL. Of these, 24,486 have children and 80,234 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 46,990 family households and 57,730 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Side Chicago is 1.73 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Side Chicago equals $48,772, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,221.

    South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 5% of the population in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have no high school education, 30% went to high-school, and 23% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 19% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 17% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 25 rental homes are located in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL, ranging in price from $900 to $6,400. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL property is about $2,349, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 25 South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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