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Shoreham and Tides
400 E South Water StChicago, IL 60601
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Cascade
455 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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North Water Apartments
340 E North Water StChicago, IL 60611
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Coast at Lakeshore East
345 E Wacker DrChicago, IL 60601
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North Harbor Tower
175 N Harbor DrChicago, IL 60601
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Aqua at Lakeshore East
225 N Columbus DrChicago, IL 60601
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Cityfront Place
400 N McClurg CtChicago, IL 60611
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Park Millennium
222 N Columbus DrChicago, IL 60601
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415 E North Water St
415 E North Water StChicago, IL 60611
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201 N Westshore Dr
201 N Westshore DrChicago, IL 60601
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420 E Waterside Dr
420 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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155 N Harbor Dr
155 N Harbor DrChicago, IL 60601
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450 E Waterside Dr
450 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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The Park Shore Condomiums
195 N Harbor DrChicago, IL 60601
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The Buckingham
360 E Randolph DrChicago, IL 60601
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340 E Randolph
340 E RandolphChicago, IL 60601
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401 E Benton Plz
401 E Benton PlzChicago, IL 60601
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Columbus Plaza
233 E Wacker DrChicago, IL 60601
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The Tides at Lakeshore East
360 E South Water StChicago, IL 60601
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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 | $2,651 | $1,997 | $3,791 |
| Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,094 | $2,185 | $5,513 |
| Lake Shore East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,284 | $3,355 | $6,029 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Shore East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Shore East area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Cityfront Place priced from $1,997. North Harbor Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Lake Shore East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cityfront Place | S05 | Studio,1BA | $1,997 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Columbus Plaza | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Shoreham and Tides | 1 BEDROOM 05/07 - TIDES | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | Studio,1BA | $2,193 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore East, IL
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Shore East area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Columbus Plaza in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $3,515. The second greatest value Lake Shore East apartment is the 1x1A Model at Coast at Lakeshore East starting at $3,049 with a $4.03 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Shore East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Plaza | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| North Water Apartments | 1c | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqv108d | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Cascade | cacon11a | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 12 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio ,1BA | $4.62 |
| Cityfront Place | S04 | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
| North Harbor Tower | S1 & S2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Shore East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Shore East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Shore East is at Cityfront Place listed at $1,997.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartment is $2,099 at Columbus Plaza.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Shore East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Shore East is starting from $3,515 at Columbus Plaza.
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