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South Chicago Rent Trends

Chicago, IL · July 2026 · median asking rents from leased listings

Data through August 2026 · Last updated September 10, 2026 · Next release: early October 2026

Median asking rent
$1,425
Effective rent
$1,425
Vs. Chicago median
-44%
Avg days to lease
24
Active rentals now
17

Median asking rent over time

$1.4k$1.4k$1.4k$1.4kSep ’25Dec ’25Jul ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread

Source: MLS (leased rental listings) + Abode managed communities (Dynamics 365). Figures suppressed below 10 listings/month. Methodology

Data through August 2026 · Last updated September 10, 2026 · Next release: early October 2026

South Chicago renting, answered

What is the average rent in South Chicago?
As of July 2026, the median asking rent in South Chicago is $1,425 per month, based on 10 leased listings.
Is South Chicago more expensive than Chicago overall?
South Chicago's median asking rent is 44% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,539.
How quickly do rentals lease in South Chicago?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in South Chicago leased in an average of 24 days, with 17 active listings on the market right now.

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