Cheap Homes for Rent in Lakeview East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (202 Rentals)

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property at 2827 N Burling St

$1,295

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$1,295

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2827 N Burling St, Unit 04

2827 N Burling St
ChicagoIL60657
property at 501 W Belmont Ave

$1,295 - $1,850

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$1,295 - $1,850

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Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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501 W Belmont Ave

ChicagoIL60657
property at 420 W Aldine Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 14

420 W Aldine Ave, Unit 520

420 W Aldine Ave
ChicagoIL60657

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property at 630 W Wrightwood Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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630 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit 109

630 W Wrightwood Ave
ChicagoIL60614

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property at 426 W Barry Ave

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Mar 1

426 W Barry Ave, Unit 209

426 W Barry Ave
ChicagoIL60657

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property at 526 W Cornelia Ave

$1,450

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$1,450

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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526 W Cornelia Ave, Unit 3

526 W Cornelia Ave
ChicagoIL60657

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Cheapest Available Lakeview East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview East area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 424 W. Diversey priced from $1,125. 3510 N. Pine Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,148. Here are the most affordable Lakeview East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
424 W. DiverseyStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
3510 N. Pine GroveSTUD/1BAStudio,1BA$1,148
422-24 MelroseS2Studio,1BA$1,174
Parkway ApartmentsStudio - Tier 8Studio,1BA$1,210
536 W. AddisonSTUD/1BAStudio,1BA$1,210
450 W. MelroseSTUD/1BAStudio,1BA$1,239

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview East area is the $2.27 price per square foot 1129 W Oakdale Ave Model at 1129 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Lakeview East apartment is the 1124 W Roscoe St Model at 1124 W Roscoe St, Unit G starting at $2,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Lakeview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1129 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 11129 W Oakdale Ave2BR,1BA$2.27
1124 W Roscoe St, Unit G1124 W Roscoe St2BR,1BA$2.00
540 W Aldine Ave, Unit 3540 W Aldine Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
456 W Barry Ave, Unit A03C456 W Barry Ave1BR,1BA$2.26
3146 N Southport Ave, Unit G3146 N Southport Ave2BR,1BA$2.17
549 W Surf, Unit 3S549 W Surf1BR,1BA$2.22
634 W. Cornelia1-BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.09
2325 N Commonwealth Ave, Unit S2325 N Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$2.00
523 W Melrose St, Unit A02C523 W Melrose St1BR,1BA$2.21
618 W Patterson Ave, Unit 508618 W Patterson AveStudio ,1BA$2.04

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeview East

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeview East?

There are currently 1809 Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $13,380. There are also 499 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeview East ranging from $1,036 to $38,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakeview East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeview East ranges from $1,036 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,721.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lakeview East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeview East range from $2,695 to $13,380, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,060 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,950.

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