
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New East Side Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,700 (30 Rentals)
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Columbus Plaza

130 N Garland Ct

320 N. Michigan

201 N Westshore Dr

Millennium Park Plaza

North Harbor Tower
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203 N Garland Ct

Shoreham and Tides

450 E Waterside Dr, Unit 407

336 E Wacker Dr

319 E Wacker Dr

400 E Randolph St, Unit 2402, Unit 2402

Coast at Lakeshore East
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Parkline Chicago

Total Monthly Price
60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL8-ID1346

347 E Wacker Dr

Aqua at Lakeshore East

151 E Randolph St

375 E Wacker Dr, Unit 385 East Wacker

341 E Wacker Dr
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83 E Wacker Pl

73 East Lake

201 N West Shore Dr, Unit 806A, Unit 806A

420 E Waterside Dr

The Tides at Lakeshore East

400 E Randolph St, Unit 3712, Unit 3712

400 E Randolph St, Unit 2022, Unit 2022
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400 E Randolph St

195 N Harbor Dr
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 | $2,561 | $1,760 | $3,248 |
| New East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $1,977 | $4,373 |
| New East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,335 | $2,885 | $6,213 |
| New East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $15,482 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| New East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,635 | $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 MDA Apartments priced from $1,900. 320 N. Michigan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable New East Side apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDA Apartments | S3N - Modern | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 320 N. Michigan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Millennium Park Plaza | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| North Harbor Tower | S1 & S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,160 |
| Columbus Plaza | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,268 |
| Shoreham and Tides | CONVERTIBLE 09 - THE SHOREHAM | 1BR,1BA | $2,516 |
| 73 East Lake | 10a | Studio,1BA | $2,560 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs105e | Studio,1BA | $2,574 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | Studio,1BA | $2,631 |
| Millie On Michigan | A09.3 ADA | Studio,1BA | $2,658 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New East Side, IL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the New East Side area is the $4.93 price per square foot Penthouse C Model at Parkline Chicago in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $11,087. The second greatest value New East Side apartment is the 2x2A-ADA Model at Coast at Lakeshore East starting at $5,466 with a $4.98 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkline Chicago | Penthouse C | 3BR,3.5BA | $4.93 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 2x2A-ADA | 2BR,2BA | $4.98 |
| Columbus Plaza | 1 Bedroom Elite | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 73 East Lake | 10a | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
| Aqua at Lakeshore East | aqs107b | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Cascade | cami04b | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
| Millie On Michigan | A09.3 | Studio ,1BA | $5.33 |
| Shoreham and Tides | STUDIO 06 - THE SHOREHAM | Studio ,1BA | $5.08 |
| North Harbor Tower | S | Studio ,1BA | $4.66 |
| MDA Apartments | S3N - Modern | Studio ,1BA | $5.21 |
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 MDA Apartments listed at $1,900.
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 $2,095 at 320 N. Michigan.
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 $2,970 at MDA Apartments.
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