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Shoreham and Tides
400 E South Water StChicago, IL 60601
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Coast at Lakeshore East
345 E Wacker DrChicago, IL 60601
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Aqua at Lakeshore East
225 N Columbus DrChicago, IL 60601
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North Water Apartments
340 E North Water StChicago, IL 60611
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North Harbor Tower
175 N Harbor DrChicago, IL 60601
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Cascade
455 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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Columbus Plaza
233 E Wacker DrChicago, IL 60601
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Cityfront Place
400 N McClurg CtChicago, IL 60611
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Riverview Condominiums
415 E North Water StChicago, IL 60611
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Park Millennium
222 N Columbus DrChicago, IL 60601
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The Lancaster
201 N Westshore DrChicago, IL 60601
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The Regatta
420 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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Harbor Point Tower
155 N Harbor 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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The Chandler Condominiums
450 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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340 On The Park
340 E RandolphChicago, IL 60601
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401 E Benton Plz
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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 | $2,669 | $2,046 | $3,477 |
| Lake Shore East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,157 | $2,173 | $4,849 |
| Lake Shore East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,924 | $3,754 | $6,769 |
| Lake Shore East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,540 | $5,540 | $5,540 |
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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 North Harbor Tower priced from $2,179. Coast at Lakeshore East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,399. Here are the most affordable Lake Shore East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio,1BA | $2,179 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Cx1B | Studio,1BA | $2,399 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 06 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio,1BA | $2,443 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs106c | Studio,1BA | $2,510 |
| Cascade | cami04b | 1BR,1BA | $3,129 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Shore East, IL
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Shore East area is the $5.00 price per square foot 2x2A-ADA Model at Coast at Lakeshore East in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $5,482. The second greatest value Lake Shore East apartment is the 1g Model at North Water Apartments starting at $3,699 with a $4.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 2x2A-ADA | 2BR,2BA | $5.00 |
| North Water Apartments | 1g | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqv102b | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
| Cascade | cami04b | 1BR,1BA | $5.57 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 06 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio ,1BA | $4.89 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio ,1BA | $4.69 |
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 North Harbor Tower listed at $2,179.
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 $2,497 at Shoreham and Tides.
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 $4,048 at Shoreham and Tides.
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