
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lakeview East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,100 (220 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Lakeview East area of Chicago.


520 W Aldine Ave

545 W Belmont Ave

2827 N Burling St, Unit 04

434 W Wellington Ave

739 W Belmont Ave

3711 N Pine Grove Ave

4241 N Kenmore Ave

545 W Belmont Ave

545 W Belmont Ave
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457 W Melrose

511 W Melrose St

629 W Belmont Ave

505 W Belmont Ave

516 W Melrose, Unit #211

2849 N Burling St

739 W Belmont

2827 N Burling St

2827 N Burling St

545 W Belmont Ave
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505 W Belmont Ave

434 W Wellington Ave

632 W Wrightwood Ave

611 W Patterson Ave, Unit #508

612 W Patterson Ave

505 W Belmont Ave

545 W Belmont Ave

562 W Arlington Pl

1050 W George St

837 W Wolfram St
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536 W Arlington Pl

516 W Melrose St

823 W Wolfram St

534 W Stratford Pl

1034 W George St

557 W Arlington Pl, Unit A08C

1058 W George St

3727 N Pine Grove Ave

516 W Melrose St

618 W Patterson Ave
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516 W Cornelia Ave

705 W Brompton Ave

518 W Cornelia Ave

2800 N Pine Grove Ave

823 W Wolfram

555 W Cornelia Ave

540 W Briar Pl

525 W Oakdale Ave

648 W Roscoe St

630 W Roscoe St
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Lakeview East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lakeview East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,398 | $2,150 | $6,100 |
| Lakeview East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Lakeview East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,186 | $3,895 | $10,000+ |
| Lakeview East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,650 | $5,850 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 220 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lakeview East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 $1,095. 596 W. Hawthorne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,142. Here are the most affordable Lakeview East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 424 W. Diversey | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 596 W. Hawthorne | STUD/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,142 |
| 721 W. Belmont | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Parkway Apartments | Studio - Tier 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| 3510 N. Pine Grove | STUD/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| 455 W. Wellington | STUD/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| 450 W. Melrose | STUD/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,239 |
| 1049 W. Oakdale | STUD/1BA | Studio,1BA | $1,243 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview East area is the $0.26 price per square foot 3250 N Clifton Ave Model at 3250 N Clifton Ave, Unit 1N in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Lakeview East apartment is the 2735 4/3 Model at 2653-2743 N Wayne Ave starting at $5,500 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Bucktown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3250 N Clifton Ave, Unit 1N | 3250 N Clifton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 2653-2743 N Wayne Ave | 2735 4/3 | 4BR,3BA | $2.31 |
| 625 W Belmont Ave | 625 W Belmont Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 3716 N Racine Ave, Unit 3 | 3716 N Racine Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 2339 N. Geneva | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 456 W Barry Ave, Unit A03C | 456 W Barry Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 430-446 W. Diversey | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 634 W. Cornelia | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 632 W. Addison | 1-BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 2961 N Halsted St, Unit A07C | 2961 N Halsted St | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeview East
What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeview East?
There are currently 1776 Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $19,792. There are also 537 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeview East ranging from $1,125 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 $1,125 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,019.
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 $2,700 to $17,389, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,495.
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