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East Chicago, IN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Chicago Studio Apartments | $897 | $795 | $1,099 |
| Cheap East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $895 | $2,060 |
| Cheap East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $897 | $2,416 |
| Cheap East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,150 | $2,510 |
| Cheap East Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available East Chicago Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in East Chicago, IN is a 1 Bed unit found at Morton Apartments in the Fairmeadow neighborhood priced from $895. Kennedy Crossing Apartments in the Roxana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Kennedy Crossing Apartments | The Prarie | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Douglas Pointe | 1x1 - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Tanglewood | Phase II, D, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Williamsburg Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Chicago area is the $1.93 price per square foot 3x2 Reno - 3x2 Reno Model at Douglas Pointe in the in the Roxana neighborhood starting from $1,945. The second greatest value East Chicago apartment is the 1BR/1BA Model at Morton Apartments starting at $895 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Fairmeadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Douglas Pointe | 3x2 Reno - 3x2 Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Tanglewood | Phase II, D, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Williamsburg Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Kennedy Crossing Apartments | The Glenwood Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Chicago Apartment is $895 at Morton Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Chicago is starting from $995 at Morton Apartments.
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The best deal on a cheap East Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kennedy Crossing Apartments and starts from $1,599.
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