5044 Olcott Ave
East ChicagoIN46312
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$1,330 - $1,4851 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Douglas Pointe Apartments
5525 Hyles BlvdHammond, IN 46320
7012 Kennedy Ave
HammondIN46323
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Chicago's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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East Chicago, IN Local Guide
Chicago Avenue in East Chicago, Indiana by Dennisyerger84 is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $850 | $1,879 |
| East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $833 | $2,249 |
| East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| East Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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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 Tanglewood in the Roxana neighborhood and is 749 square feet . Morton Apartments in the Fairmeadow neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Chicago:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood | Phase II, Floorplan C, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 749 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 700 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 1x1 | 660 Sq Ft | $1,330 |
Cheapest Available East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 02, 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 Phase II, Floorplan C, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Tanglewood starting at $1,229 in the Roxana neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Chicago is currently $1,323. 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 |
| Tanglewood | Phase II, Floorplan C, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,229 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 1x1 | $1,345 |
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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 $1,323.
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 749 square feet unit at Tanglewood.
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