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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River East Studio Apartments | $2,530 | $1,105 | $5,251 |
| River East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,600 | $8,282 |
| River East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,365 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| River East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,420 | $2,220 | $10,000+ |
| River East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,927 | $9,586 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Receive a $2,000 Gift Card on Select Units when you Sign a New Lease at One Bennett Park*.Expires 01-17-2026
Now offering HALF off your first full month's rent when you sign a 14 month lease!Expires 01-17-2026
Move in before the end of the year and receive up to 1 month free. Apply within 48 hours and receive 1/2 off your move-in fee. Terms and Conditions apply. Contact the Leasing Office for Details.Expires 01-17-2026
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Ask about additional leasing incentives! Schedule a tour with our leasing team to explore 3Eleven today. Text RENT to (312) 262-4842 for the latest updates.Expires 01-17-2026
Ask about leasing incentives! Schedule a tour with our leasing team to explore The Leo today. Text RENT to (312) 847-2884 for the latest updates.Expires 01-17-2026
Look and Lease: Apply within 48 hours and receive a $500 admin fee credit at move-in.Expires 01-17-2026
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.
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1 MONTH FREE on a 13 month lease. Price shown represents net rent.Expires 01-31-2026
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PAY NO SECURITY DESPOSIT! Contact us today for your personalized tour! 6-15 month lease terms only.Expires 01-17-2026
Get 1 month free on 14-month leases on all apartments. Call today!Expires 01-17-2026
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Move in by January 31st to receive up to a half month free off base rent on select homes. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-17-2026
Look and Lease: Apply within 48 hours and receive a $500 admin fee credit at move-in.Expires 01-17-2026
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in River East is at Gramercy Row Apartments listed at $1,270.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in River East is $3,948.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in River East is a 3,339 square feet unit starting from $2,875 at Aurelien.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in River East is currently at 669 sq ft.
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