
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lake Shore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (44 Rentals)


North Water Apartments

Coast at Lakeshore East

North Harbor Tower

Aqua at Lakeshore East
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222 N Columbus Dr, Unit 1906

360 E Randolph St, Unit 2206

155 N Harbor Dr, Unit 4606

201 N West Shore Dr, Unit 806A

201 N Westshore Dr, Unit 1703

420 E Waterside Dr, Unit 2402

201 N Westshore Dr, Unit 2115

211 N Harbor Dr, Unit 2205
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340 E Randolph St, Unit 1818

340 E Randolph St, Unit 301

340 E North Water St

225 N Columbus Dr

411 N Harbor Dr

300 N Columbus Dr
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222 N Columbus Dr

201 N Westshore Dr

445 E Waterside Dr

340 E Randolph St

400 E Randolph St

211 N Harbor Dr

260 East South Water Street

420 E Waterside Dr
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228 N Columbus Dr

155 N Harbor Dr

363 E Wacker Dr
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Lake Shore East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Shore East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore East Studio Apartments | $2,425 | $1,972 | $3,354 |
Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,884 | $1,970 | $4,930 |
| Lake Shore East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,184 | $3,400 | $5,773 |
| Lake Shore East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,189 | $4,500 | $7,748 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Shore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Largest Available Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Lake Shore East area of Chicago, IL is found at North Water Apartments and is listed at 878 square feet priced from $3,947. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Water Apartments | 1Q | 878 Sq Ft | $3,947 |
| North Harbor Tower | A4 | 855 Sq Ft | $2,655 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqa103b | 849 Sq Ft | $2,840 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 02 - TIDES | 805 Sq Ft | $2,690 |
| Columbus Plaza | 1 Bedroom | 792 Sq Ft | $2,259 |
| Cascade | ca1b07a | 782 Sq Ft | $3,171 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 1x1A | 757 Sq Ft | $3,863 |
| Cityfront Place | C13 | 665 Sq Ft | $2,458 |
Cheapest Available Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Lake Shore East of Chicago, IL is the Convertible Model starting from $2,105 at Columbus Plaza. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake Shore East is currently $2,884. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Plaza | Convertible | $2,105 |
| Cityfront Place | C16 | $2,409 |
| North Harbor Tower | A2 | $2,445 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 09 - TIDES | $2,462 |
| Cascade | cami04b | $2,504 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqa113c | $2,657 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 1x1L-ADA | $2,738 |
| North Water Apartments | 1F | $3,350 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Shore East, Chicago, IL
Ranked #60
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Lake Shore East Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
94 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Lake Shore East with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lake Shore East is at Columbus Plaza listed at $2,105.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lake Shore East is $2,884.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake Shore East is a 878 square feet unit starting from $3,947 at North Water Apartments.
What is the average size for Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lake Shore East is currently 871 sq ft.
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