Apartments in the River East area of Chicago with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River East Studio Apartments | $2,592 | $1,315 | $9,999 |
| River East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $1,450 | $6,999 |
| River East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,691 | $1,819 | $10,000+ |
| River East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,114 | $1,411 | $10,000+ |
| River East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,999 | $1,390 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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This is a student property and all prices shown are PER BED, rather than per unit. The Buckingham is located within one mile of over twenty schools in Chicago making it the best location for students.Expires August 24, 2026
Schedule Your Tour Today!! Live in the Celebrated Gold Coast neighborhood! Schedule A Tour Today! *12-month lease required. Please contact the leasing office for other lease terms.Expires August 24, 2026
Schedule Your Tour Today!! *12-month lease required. Please contact the leasing office for other lease terms.Expires August 24, 2026
*12-Month Lease is required. One-time concession.Expires August 24, 2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in River East, IL. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Tour and lease within 48 hours and receive a waived admin fee! T&C apply, see office for details.
NOW LEASING — STUDIO TO 2 BEDROOM RESIDENCES WE WELCOME ALL APPLICANTS! WE PROUDLY ACCEPT HOUSING VOUCHERS, THIRD PARTY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS & ENCOURAGE MILITARY VETERANS TO APPLY. HARD HAT TOURS OF OUR STUDIO, ONE, AND TWO-BEDROOM RESIDENCES ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT.
Receive Up to 1 Month Free Rent on Select Units! Schedule a tour with our leasing team to explore 111 Point today. Lease terms, pricing, and availability are subject to change at any time.
Schedule a tour with our leasing team to explore 3Eleven today. Text RENT to (312) 262-4842 for the latest updates.
Look and Lease Offer Apply within 24hrs of your tour and receive waived admin fees. Select units apply. Terms and Conditions apply. Contact the leasing office for details.
Up to 1 month free *Contact our leasing office for more details.
*12-Month Lease is required. One-time concession.
Lease any apartment for 13 months and enjoy One Month Free. Apply within 24 hours of your tour to receive a $450 credit. Schedule your personalized tour today!
Lease today and get up to one month free on select units. Plus, apply within 24 hours of your tour and we'll credit your $500 admin fee back at move-in! *Contact the leasing office for more details.
Up to one month base rent free on select homes. Minimum lease term applies other costs and fees excluded.
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in River East is at The Buckingham Student Living listed at $999.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in River East is $4,262.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in River East is a 2,566 square feet unit starting from $2,424 at 750 N. Rush.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in River East is currently at 518 sq ft.
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