Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lakeview East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,300 (314 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Lakeview East area of Chicago.

property at 3711 N Pine Grove Ave

$1,300 - $1,800

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$1,300 - $1,800

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Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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3711 N Pine Grove Ave

ChicagoIL60613
property at 515 W Belmont Ave

$1,325

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

515 W Belmont Ave, Unit 5L

515 W Belmont Ave
ChicagoIL60657

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property at 632 W Wrightwood Ave

$1,395 - $1,450

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$1,395 - $1,450

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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632 W Wrightwood Ave

ChicagoIL60614
property at 739 W Belmont Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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739 W Belmont Ave, Unit 415

739 W Belmont 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 721 W. Belmont priced from $1,135. Parkway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Lakeview East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
721 W. BelmontStudioStudio,1BA$1,135
Parkway ApartmentsStudio - Tier 3Studio,1BA$1,279
641 W. AldineStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
534 W. Wellington AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview East area is the $2.41 price per square foot 3247 N Seminary Ave Model at 3247 N Seminary Ave, Unit 1A in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value Lakeview East apartment is the 1324 W Diversey Pky Model at 1324 W Diversey Pky, Unit 3 starting at $5,300 with a $2.43 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.
3247 N Seminary Ave, Unit 1A3247 N Seminary Ave4BR,3BA$2.41
1324 W Diversey Pky, Unit 31324 W Diversey Pky3BR,2BA$2.43
1320 W Diversey Pky, Unit 31320 W Diversey Pky3BR,2BA$2.29
3734 N Pine Grove Ave, Unit 1E3734 N Pine Grove Ave2BR,1BA$2.35
730 W Roscoe St, Unit A05C730 W Roscoe St2BR,1BA$2.40
632 W. Addison1-BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.14
523 W Melrose St, Unit A02C523 W Melrose St1BR,1BA$2.42
618 W Patterson, Unit 508618 W PattersonStudio ,1BA$2.21
915 W Oakdale Ave, Unit F1915 W Oakdale AveStudio ,1BA$2.38
2622 N Burling St, Unit coach house2622 N Burling St1BR,1BA$2.46

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeview East

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeview East?

There are currently 1636 Apartments for Rent in Lakeview East, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,135 to $13,380. There are also 623 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeview East ranging from $1,300 to $34,000.

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 $1,300 to $34,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,943.

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 $2,725 to $13,380, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $10,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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