What is the average rent in South Chicago?

As of July 2026, the median asking rent in South Chicago is $1,500 per month, based on 11 leased listings.

Is South Chicago more expensive than Chicago overall?

South Chicago's median asking rent is 41% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,531.

Over the last 90 days, rentals in South Chicago leased in an average of 23 days, with 22 active listings on the market right now.

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

Data through September 2026 · Last updated October 7, 2026 · Next release: early November 2026

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 September 2026 · Last updated October 7, 2026 · Next release: early November 2026

What is the average rent in South Chicago?: As of July 2026, the median asking rent in South Chicago is $1,500 per month, based on 11 leased listings.
Is South Chicago more expensive than Chicago overall?: South Chicago's median asking rent is 41% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,531.
How quickly do rentals lease in South Chicago?: Over the last 90 days, rentals in South Chicago leased in an average of 23 days, with 22 active listings on the market right now.

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