Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (98 Rentals)

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River East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available River East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the River East area of Chicago, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at Buckingham priced from $1,149. 11 W. Division has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable River East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Buckingham4x2. Floors 3-134BR,2BA$1,149
11 W. DivisionStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Maple1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,230
1036 N. DearbornStudioStudio,1BA$1,345
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,375
1100 North LasalleStudioStudio,1BA$1,390
25 E. DelawareStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
18 E. ElmStudioStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River East, IL

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the River East area is the $2.66 price per square foot 864 N State St Model at 864 N State St, Unit 2 in the in the Magnificent Mile neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value River East apartment is the B3PH Model at Fisher Building Apartments starting at $3,670 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Chicago Loop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
864 N State St, Unit 2864 N State St1BR,1.5BA$2.66
Fisher Building ApartmentsB3PH2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Buckingham4x2. Floors 19-214BR,2BA$1.63
10 E. Ontario St.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.11
440 N. Wabash Ave.1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.53
Marina CityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.90
Two East Oak1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.67
Atrium at Old Town ParkConvertible 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.62
1162 - 1168 N La Salle Blvd1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.39
Maple1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.28

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River East, Chicago, IL

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Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois including River East, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River East is at 11 W. Division listed at $1,245.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River East Apartment is $1,230 at Maple.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River East is starting from $2,890 at MDA Apartments.

What is the most affordable River East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap River East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Buckingham and starts from $1,149.

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