Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (1,994 Rentals)

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Lakeview East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lakeview East, Chicago, IL

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Illinois, including Chicago. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with kids, location matters. This area has come to be a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and access to the best education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks, paths, and trails is something they look for when they rent. This residential area is a highly-rated area for parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Lakeview East is known as one of the best-regarded upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This part of Chicago has emerged as one of our favorite submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Lakeview East Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

78 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeview East

How much are Studio apartments in Lakeview East?

There are currently 362 Studio Apartments in Lakeview East with rent ranges from $1,025 to $4,200 with an average price of $1,581.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lakeview East Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lakeview East ranges from $1,395 to $8,712 with an average monthly rent of $2,322.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakeview East cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lakeview East range from $1,945 to $12,341. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,451.

How expensive are Lakeview East Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 262 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Lakeview East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,565 to $13,550 - averaging $4,501 for the location.

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