
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN (79 Rentals)


3732 Deodar St

3615 Grand

1201 Beacon St

4142 Magoun Ave

4817 Baring Ave

4732 Magoun Ave

3902 Euclid Ave

4406-4410 S Baring Ave

4005 S Main St
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5009 Magoun Ave

4858 Northcote Ave

4110 Euclid Ave

4001 Pulaski St

4402 Tod Ave

3927 Main St

4605 Baring Ave

4144-4146 Homerlee Ave

4863 Baring Ave

4840 Indianapolis Blvd
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4334 Ivy St

4301 Baring Ave

1302 150th St

1415 W 151st St

4819 Olcott Ave

3527 Hemlock St

4117 Fir St

Lakeshore Manor

3501 Fir St

616 West 144th Street East Chicago Indiana
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4506 Magoun Ave

4101 E Grand Blvd

Lakeside Garden Apartments

3433-3583 Guthrie St

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1207 W 149th St

1223-1225 Beacon St

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Kennedy Crossing Apartments

Tanglewood

Williamsburg Square

Morton Apartments

Douglas Pointe

10730 S Ave G

2650 164th Pl

Georgetown Homes

4849 Hickory Ave

837-839 119th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Chicago Studio Apartments | $899 | $700 | $1,199 |
East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $895 | $2,039 |
| East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $900 | $2,367 |
| East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $1,175 | $2,200 |
| East Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
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Largest Available East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Chicago, IN is found at Morton Apartments in the Fairmeadow neighborhood and is 700 square feet priced from $895. Tanglewood in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 639 square feet and currently listed start at $1,239. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Chicago:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 700 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Tanglewood | Phase II, D, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 639 Sq Ft | $1,239 |
| Kennedy Crossing Apartments | The Glenwood Large | 610 Sq Ft | $1,149 |
Cheapest Available East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Chicago, IN is the 1BR/1BA Model starting from $895 at Morton Apartments in the Fairmeadow neighborhood. The second most affordable East Chicago 1 Bedroom is the The Glenwood Model at Kennedy Crossing Apartments starting at $1,099 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Chicago is currently $1,450. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in East Chicago:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $895 |
| Kennedy Crossing Apartments | The Glenwood | $1,099 |
| Tanglewood | Phase II, D, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,239 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East Chicago Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East Chicago is $1,450.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Chicago is a 700 square feet unit starting from $895 at Morton Apartments.
What is the average size for East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East Chicago is currently 0 sq ft.
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