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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeshore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $980 (17 Rentals)
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$2,255 - $9,243Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
North Harbor Tower
175 N Harbor DrChicago, IL 60601
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$2,430 - $6,077Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aqua at Lakeshore East
225 N Columbus DrChicago, IL 60601
347 E Wacker Dr
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$2,441 - $5,459Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cascade
455 E Waterside DrChicago, IL 60601
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$2,502 - $8,410Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Shoreham and Tides
400 E South Water StChicago, IL 60601
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Coast at Lakeshore East
345 E Wacker DrChicago, IL 60601
201 N Westshore Dr, Unit 2509
201 N Westshore Dr
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340 E Randolph, Unit 1818
340 E Randolph
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The Tides at Lakeshore East
360 E South Water StChicago, IL 60601
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336 E Wacker Dr
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445 E Waterside Dr
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337 E Wacker Dr
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495 E Waterside Dr
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330 E Wacker Dr
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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+ |
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Cheapest Available Lakeshore East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeshore East area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at North Harbor Tower priced from $2,236. Aqua at Lakeshore East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,431. Here are the most affordable Lakeshore East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio, 1BA | $2,236 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs107a | Studio, 1BA | $2,431 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 03 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR, 1BA | $2,509 |
| Cascade | cami04b | 1BR, 1BA | $2,517 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | Studio, 1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore East, IL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore East area is the $2.83 price per square foot 333 E Wacker Dr Model at 333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17 in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Lakeshore East apartment is the aqa113d Model at Aqua at Lakeshore East in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting at $3,154 with a $4.30 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeshore East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17 | 333 E Wacker Dr | 2BR, 2BA | $2.83 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqa113d | 1BR, 1BA | $4.30 |
| Shoreham and Tides | ONE BEDROOM 06 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR, 1BA | $4.60 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Cx1A | Studio, 1BA | $5.20 |
| Cascade | cast02b | Studio, 1BA | $5.74 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio, 1BA | $4.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeshore East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeshore East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeshore East is under $2,525.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeshore East?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeshore East is Shoreham and Tides which is listed at $2,509, while the average apartment in Lakeshore East costs $2,663.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeshore East?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 162 regular apartments in Lakeshore East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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