Studio Apartments for Rent in the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (218 Rentals)

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River East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Largest Available River East Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the River East area of Chicago, IL is found at Lake and Wells and is listed at 793 square feet priced from $2,597. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lake and WellsC3793 Sq Ft$2,597
The Gallery on WellsConvertible/Jr. 1 Bedroom758 Sq Ft$1,893
Lofts At River EastConvertible753 Sq Ft$2,680
Atwater ApartmentsC708 Sq Ft$2,908
73 East Lake10a692 Sq Ft$2,856
GRAND PLAZAUNIT 5 (Studio)690 Sq Ft$2,537
North Water ApartmentsCF687 Sq Ft$2,706
Aqua at Lakeshore EastStudio/1 Bath681 Sq Ft$1,900
The ArdusA1678 Sq Ft$2,600

Cheapest Available River East Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit River East of Chicago, IL is the Studio Model starting from $1,225 at 11 W. Division. The average price for all Studio apartments in River East is currently $2,764. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
11 W. DivisionStudio$1,225
25 E. DelawareStudio$1,295
1036 N. DearbornStudio$1,295
1100 North LasalleStudio$1,390
18 E. ElmStudio$1,395
211 E. DelawareStudio$1,425

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River East, Chicago, IL

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Chicago. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio River East Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in River East with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in River East is at 11 W. Division listed at $1,225.

How much is the average rent for a Studio River East Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in River East is $2,764.

What is the largest available Studio River East Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in River East is a 793 square feet unit starting from $2,597 at Lake and Wells.

What is the average size for River East Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in River East is currently 547 sq ft.

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