
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (543 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the River East area of Chicago that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Cascade

Marlowe

ONE Old Town Park

Residences at 8 East Huron

Century Tower

21 E Chestnut

Marquee at Block 37

1100 North Lasalle

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Arrive Streeterville

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AMLI River North

Coast at Lakeshore East

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One Superior Place

North Harbor Tower

ReNew Waterside

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One Bennett Park

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Asbury Plaza

Elm Street Plaza

465 North Park

The Sinclair

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100 W. Chestnut

OneEleven

Marina City

220 WIL

Chestnut Place

40 East Oak
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River East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River East Studio Apartments | $2,515 | $1,295 | $4,935 |
| River East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,140 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| River East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,689 | $1,790 | $10,000+ |
| River East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,412 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| River East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $999 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 543 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Most Pet Friendly River East Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the River East area of Chicago, IL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Sinclair with prices starting from $3,132 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Cityfront Place scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,350. Here are the most Pet Friendly River East apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sinclair | 4/4 | Old Town | $3,132 |
| Cityfront Place | 3.8/4 | Streeterville | $2,350 |
| 465 North Park | 3.8/4 | Streeterville | $2,615 |
| One Superior Place | 3.6/4 | River North | $2,499 |
| 318 W Grand Ave | 3.6/4 | River North | $3,995 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | 3.4/4 | Lake Shore East | $2,373 |
| 10 E. Ontario St. | 3.4/4 | River North | $2,050 |
| Lofts At River East | 3.4/4 | Streeterville | $2,310 |
| State & Chestnut | 3.4/4 | Gold Coast | $2,351 |
| Cascade | 3.4/4 | Lake Shore East | $2,640 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in River East
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the River East of River East is the 1 Bedroom Corner Model at 10 E. Ontario St., which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $2,050. The second cheapest River East Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Axis Apartments and Lofts starting at $2,055. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly River East apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 10 E. Ontario St. | 1 Bedroom Corner | $2,050 |
| Axis Apartments and Lofts | Studio | $2,055 |
| Cityfront Place | C01 | $2,569 |
| 465 North Park | Studio-S1-2 | $2,615 |
| Coast at Lakeshore East | Sx1B | $2,631 |
| One Superior Place | 1 bed 1 bath / 12 | $2,824 |
| Cascade | cacon11a | $2,898 |
| State & Chestnut | A1 | $3,032 |
| The Sinclair | 1 Bed/1 Bath-1B-1 | $3,132 |
| 318 W Grand Ave | 02 | $3,995 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? Amongst all of the communities in Chicago, River East has come to be one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and access to the best education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks, paths, and trails is critically important. This section of town is providing great access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this area of town is one of our favorite communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly River East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in River East?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in River East is at Dearborn North listed at $1,425.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly River East Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in River East is $4,128.
What is the largest Pet Friendly River East Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in River East is a 4,375 square feet unit starting from $1,896 at ONE Old Town Park.
What is the average size for River East Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in River East is currently at 598 sq ft.
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