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Houses for Rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

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South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL rent trends

Rental prices in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have increased by 5.53% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,556 to $1,642.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,740, while the average monthly rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL is $1,642.

Average rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

$1,642/mo South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL is around $1,642.

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

    A share of 7% of apartments in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 16% of rentals are $2,001-$2,500. Around 44% of South Side Chicago's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 26% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000. A share of 4% 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 (44%) 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

    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 1,081 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

    • 224,968Total Population
    • 120,047 Female
      104,921 Male
    • 37Median Age

    In total, South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL has 224,968 residents, 120,047 women and 104,921 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Side Chicago’s population is 37.

    South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL households

    • 46,258 Family
      58,763 Non-family
    • 23,779 Children
      81,243 No Children
    • 105,022Total Number of Households
    • 2.1Average People Per Household
    • $52,051Median Household Income

    There is a total of 105,022 households in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL. Of these, 23,779 have children and 81,243 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 46,258 family households and 58,763 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Side Chicago is 2.1 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Side Chicago equals $52,051, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,250.

    South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 4% 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 18% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a House in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL

    Chances are that you are here right now because you cannot wait to have your own garage for your metallic grey Daisy, your own inviting backyard, or your own flower garden. The good news is that there are 21 homes for rent in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL right now for you to choose from. With rent prices as low as $900 up to $3,065, loads of rental homes are waiting for the right tenant. Just in case you’re searching for cheap houses for rent, some of the best affordable homes are now at your fingertips. Depending on your location preference, you can opt either for serene areas, further away from the city, or for the liveliest area in town. It is up to you to decide which one of the houses listed in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL meets your standards: duplexes, townhomes, 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom homes or some larger rentals.

    Parents search for rental houses close to prestigious schools

    As important as a good education is for your children, we know that you’d rather not drive your kids to school for one hour every morning. It is hard for any child to wake up early in the morning, and most probably your school-aged children are no exception. That is why we want to help you find a home near one of the best-rated schools in South Side Chicago, Chicago, IL. 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom houses are waiting for you, with a total number of 21 single family homes for rent right now. Since there is a very high demand for homes in such areas, make sure that once you find a house that qualifies to become your future home, apply while it’s still available.

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