
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New East Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,685 (21 Rentals)
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175 N Harbor Dr, Unit 175 North Harbor Drive

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL8-ID1346

130 N Garland Ct

North Harbor Tower

320 N. Michigan

Millennium Park Plaza
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Columbus Plaza

Shoreham and Tides

201 N Westshore Dr

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL10-ID1370

Wacker Place

Coast at Lakeshore East

347 E Wacker Dr
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400 E Randolph St

400 E Randolph St, Unit 3504

360 East South Water Street

400 E Randolph St, Unit 3721
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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 | $2,602 | $1,685 | $3,780 |
| New East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $2,175 | $4,158 |
| New East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,413 | $2,722 | $6,105 |
| New East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,339 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 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 63 E Lake priced from $1,779. North Harbor Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,089. Here are the most affordable New East Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 E Lake | S9 | Studio,1BA | $1,779 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio,1BA | $2,089 |
| 320 N. Michigan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| Millennium Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 12 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio,1BA | $2,194 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New East Side, IL
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the New East Side area is the $2.81 price per square foot 187 N Westshore Dr Model at 187 N Westshore Dr in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value New East Side apartment is the 333 E Wacker Dr Model at 333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17 starting at $3,400 with a $2.83 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187 N Westshore Dr | 187 N Westshore Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| 333 E Wacker Dr, Unit 17 | 333 E Wacker Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 180 N Michigan Ave | 180 N Michigan Ave | 2BR,2BA | $4.64 |
| Millennium Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 73 East Lake | 05 | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqv108d | Studio ,1BA | $4.88 |
| Columbus Plaza | Convertible | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 10 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio ,1BA | $4.49 |
| 63 E Lake | S13 | Studio ,1BA | $4.91 |
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 63 E Lake listed at $1,779.
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 $2,175 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 $3,764 at 63 E Lake.
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