Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New East Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,600 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the New East Side area of Chicago.

MDA Apartments

400 E Randolph St, Unit 2521

Millennium Park Plaza

130 N Garland Ct, Unit 2901
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230 N Columbus Dr

Aqua at Lakeshore East

400 E Randolph St

222 N Columbus Dr

222 N Columbus Dr, Unit 1906

North Harbor Tower

225 N Columbus Dr
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Cascade

499 E Waterside Dr

333 E Wacker Dr
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Coast at Lakeshore East

360 E Randolph St, Unit 2206

155 N Harbor Dr, Unit 4606

222 N Columbus Dr
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47 E Lake St

130 N Garland Ct
New East Side, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New East Side Studio Apartments | $2,362 | $1,640 | $3,430 |
| New East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,995 | $4,884 |
| New East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $2,730 | $10,000+ |
| New East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,180 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
| New East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,300 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the New East Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available New East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the New East Side area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Millennium Park Plaza priced from $1,925. Aqua at Lakeshore East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,041. Here are the most affordable New East Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennium Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs106a | Studio,1BA | $2,041 |
| MDA Apartments | S13 - Historic | Studio,1BA | $2,065 |
| Columbus Plaza | Convertible | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| North Harbor Tower | V1 | Studio,1BA | $2,210 |
| 320 N. Michigan | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1C | Studio,1BA | $2,354 |
| Cascade | cast01a | Studio,1BA | $2,399 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 03 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR,1BA | $2,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New East Side, IL
As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the New East Side area is the $4.61 price per square foot 460 E Waterside Dr Model at 460 E Waterside Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $4,590. The second greatest value New East Side apartment is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Model at Millennium Park Plaza starting at $1,995 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 460 E Waterside Dr, Unit 2 | 460 E Waterside Dr | 2BR,2BA | $4.61 |
| Millennium Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 73 East Lake | 05 | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
| Shoreham and Tides | ONE BEDROOM 05 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Columbus Plaza | Convertible | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs105e | Studio ,1BA | $4.10 |
| MDA Apartments | V2 - Historic | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| North Harbor Tower | V1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.18 |
| Cascade | cast01a | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
| 203 N Wabash Ave, Unit 1905 | 203 N Wabash Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNew East Side, Chicago, IL
Ranked #55
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the New East Side Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
100 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New East Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in New East Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New East Side is at Aqua at Lakeshore East listed at $2,041.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New East Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New East Side Apartment is $1,995 at Millennium Park Plaza.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New East Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New East Side is starting from $2,895 at Millennium Park Plaza.
What is the most affordable New East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap New East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Millennium Park Plaza and starts from $3,695.
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