
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeshore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,800 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeshore East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore East Studio Apartments | $2,663 | $2,109 | $3,581 |
| Lakeshore East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,313 | $2,380 | $4,910 |
| Lakeshore East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $3,598 | $5,923 |
| Lakeshore East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,052 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 10 mile radius of the Lakeshore East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 $2,092. Shoreham and Tides has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,298. 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 | $2,092 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 16 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio,1BA | $2,298 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | Studio,1BA | $2,470 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs105a | Studio,1BA | $2,576 |
| Cascade | cami04b | 1BR,1BA | $2,917 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeshore East, IL
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeshore East area is the $2.81 price per square foot 187 N Westshore Dr Model at 187 N Westshore Dr in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value Lakeshore East apartment is the aqs107b Model at Aqua at Lakeshore East starting at $2,638 with a $4.53 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187 N Westshore Dr | 187 N Westshore Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs107b | Studio ,1BA | $4.53 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 10 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
| Cascade | cacon11b | Studio ,1BA | $5.64 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Cx1A | Studio ,1BA | $5.20 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeshore East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakeshore East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakeshore East is at North Harbor Tower listed at $2,109.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakeshore East Apartment is $2,381 at Shoreham and Tides.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakeshore East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeshore East is starting from $3,595 at Shoreham and Tides.
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