Find Apartments on Chicago’s Southwest Side

Southwest Side

Apartments for rent on Chicago’s Southwest Side are generally in the cluster of neighborhoods immediately west of the I-90 expressway and south of I-55, with its southern border around Marquette Park. This section of the city formerly housed the Union Stockyards, and many workers' apartments close by the sprawling stockyards remain. The Stockyards' industrial-scale meatpacking operation left a legacy in the community comprised of names (most notably the neighborhood known as Back of the Yards), places, and personalities that helped define Chicago.

Midway Airport is situated on the Southwest Side. Apartment renters have quick access to downtown Chicago or other parts of the city via the CTA Orange and Green Line trains or the highways mentioned above.

Garfield Ridge
Apartments for rent in Garfield Ridge come with studio apartments, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom layouts.
Archer Heights
This southwest side locale boasts a tight-knit community with strong Polish and Mexican influences. Renters can find affordable digs in classic Chicago bungalows and sturdy brick two-flats.
Brighton Park
Brighton Park apartments in Chicago are available in studios, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom layouts.
McKinley Park
Centered around its namesake park, this southwest side area offers affordable living and outdoor recreation. Apartment options include units in classic Chicago two-flats and some newer developments.
Back of the Yards
Renters looking for apartments in Back of the Yards can find rentals in two- and three-flat apartment buildings, courtyard apartments or mid-rise apartment buildings.
West Elsdon
Apartments for rent in West Elsdon are available in studio apartments, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom layouts in this Southwest Side neighborhood near Midway Airport.
Gage Park
A diverse southwest side area centered around its namesake park. Housing options for renters include apartments in classic Chicago bungalows and sturdy brick two-flats.
Clearing
This southwest side neighborhood near Midway Airport offers a mix of city living and suburban calm. Look for apartments in classic two-flats or newer buildings catering to airline employees.
West Lawn
There are studio apartments and 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments in West Lawn, a neighborhood nearby beautiful Marquette Park with its fieldhouse, golf course, and serene walkways.
Chicago Lawn
Apartments for rent in Chicago Lawn can be found in studio apartments, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom configurations.
West Englewood
Apartments for rent in West Englewood are available in studios, 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms near parks and public green spaces.
Englewood
A south-side neighborhood with a strong sense of community and ongoing revitalization efforts. Housing options include single-family homes, two-flats, and some newer apartment developments.