
Cheap Homes for Rent in the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,595 (122 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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340 E Ontario St

12 E Lake St

624 N Wells St

550 N St Clair St

211 E Ohio St, Unit 2513

22 N State St, Unit 43c

30 W Huron St, Unit 02606

235 W Van Buren St

201 N Westshore Dr
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300 N State St, Unit 04330

20 N State St, Unit 1139

1122 N Clark St

237 E Wacker Dr

35 E Adams St, Unit 211

501 N State St

216 W Chicago Ave

300 N State St

866 N Wabash Ave

474 N Lake Shore Dr
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61 W Erie St, Unit SI FL2-ID1397

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201 N Garland Ct, Unit SI FL22-ID1014

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60 E Randolph St, Unit SI FL10-ID1370

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420 E Ohio St, Unit SI FL11-ID583

70 W Huron St

141 W Superior St, Unit 27

200 N Dearborn St

816 N La Salle Dr

128 W Chicago Ave

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750 N Rush St, Unit SI FL13-ID269
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129 W Kinzie St

222 N Columbus Dr, Unit 3504

1 E Delaware Pl

445 E Waterside Dr

663 N State St, Unit 911

535 N michigan Ave, Unit 2507

212 W Washington St

75 N Dearborn St

211 E Chestnut St

401 E Ontario St, Unit 3308
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809 N Wells St

220 W Hubbard St

224 W Hill St, Unit 1905

405 N WABASH, Unit 1401

222 E Pearson St, Unit 803

474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit High floor 1 bed

474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 5109

474 N Lake Shore Dr, Unit 5603

700 N La Salle Dr

401 E Ontario St
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River East, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in River East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,190 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
| River East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,942 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
| River East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $27,999 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| River East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 122 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River East Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions about River East
What type of rentals are currently available in River East?
There are currently 410 Apartments for Rent in River East, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,024 to $31,914. There are also 479 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River East ranging from $1,595 to $32,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River East ranges from $1,595 to $32,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,825.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in River East?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in River East range from $1,024 to $23,973, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,950 to $32,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,390.
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