
Apartments for Rent in the Lakeshore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (49 Rentals)


Cascade

Coast at Lakeshore East

North Harbor Tower

Aqua at Lakeshore East

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333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17

201 N Westshore Dr

201 N Westshore Dr, Unit 2509

201 N West Shore Dr, Unit 806A
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420 E Waterside Dr

363 E Wacker Dr, Unit 2204

450 E Waterside Dr, Unit 4101

360 E Randolph St

360 E Randolph St, Unit 2203

155 N Harbor Dr

340 E Randolph, Unit 1818

347 E Wacker Dr

225 N Columbus Dr, Unit GO FL23-ID1425
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225 N Columbus Dr, Unit SI FL43-ID1426

Total Monthly Price
225 N Columbus Dr, Unit SI FL19-ID1199

155 N Harbor Dr, Unit Apartment 4306

445 E Waterside Dr

201 N Westshore Dr

495 E Waterside Dr

411 N Harbor Dr

211 N Harbor Dr

420 E Waterside Dr
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400 E Randolph St

330 E Wacker Dr

195 N Harbor Dr

155 N Harbor Dr

337 E Wacker Dr

340 E Randolph St

336 E Wacker Dr

332 E Wacker Dr

363 E Wacker Dr
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155 N Harbor Dr, Unit 4007

340 E Randolph St, Unit 4901

The Lancaster

The Regatta

The Chandler Condominiums

The Park Shore Condomiums

The Buckingham

Harbor Point Tower

401 E Benton Plz
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Cirrus Condominiums

400 E Randolph St

340 On The Park

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Lakeshore East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeshore East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore East Studio Apartments | $2,525 | $980 | $4,419 |
| Lakeshore East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $1,125 | $6,538 |
| Lakeshore East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,568 | $1,530 | $10,000+ |
| Lakeshore East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,465 | $2,010 | $10,000+ |
| Lakeshore East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lakeshore East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,977 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $7,613 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $32,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLakeshore East, Chicago, IL
Ranked #32
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeshore East
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lakeshore East area of Chicago, IL?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 49 available Lakeshore East apartments priced from $980 to $20,000, with an average monthly rent of $3,061.
How much are Studio apartments in Lakeshore East?
There are currently 46 Studio Apartments in Lakeshore East with rent ranges from $980 to $4,419 with an average price of $2,525.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lakeshore East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lakeshore East ranges from $1,125 to $6,538 with an average monthly rent of $2,856.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeshore East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lakeshore East range from $1,530 to $19,651. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,568.
How expensive are Lakeshore East Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lakeshore East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,010 to $20,000 - averaging $5,465 for the location.
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