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4901 Magoun Ave
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1212 W 148th St
1212 W 148th StEast Chicago, IN 46312
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3906 Catalpa St, Unit 2
3906 Catalpa StEast Chicago, IN 46312
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3906 Catalpa St, Unit 2
3906 Catalpa StEast Chicago, IN 46312
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3906 Catalpa StEast Chicago, IN 46312
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3906 Catalpa St, Unit 1
3906 Catalpa StEast Chicago, IN 46312
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$1,265
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4823 Northcote Ave, Unit Back house
4823 Northcote AveEast Chicago, IN 46312
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3615 Grand
3615 GrandEast Chicago, IN 46312
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Lakeside Garden Apartments
3806 Erie CtEast Chicago, IN 46312
3732 Deodar St
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3822 Melville Ave
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Morton Apartments
3812-3818 169th StHammond, IN 46323
4724 Pine Ave
HammondIN46327
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Douglas Pointe Apartments
5525 Hyles BlvdHammond, IN 46320
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Tanglewood
2217 Tanglewood DrHammond, IN 46323
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Williamsburg Square
3611 167th StHammond, IN 46323
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2037 Calumet Ave
2037 Calumet AveWhiting, IN 46394
1323 121st St
WhitingIN46394
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Virginia Apartments
6905-6915 Magoun AveHammond, IN 46324
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Camelot Apartments
6423 Kennedy AveHammond, IN 46323
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Kennedy Crossing Apartments
3400 Stevens CtHammond, IN 46323
329 Marshall St
GaryIN46404
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2650 164th Pl
2650 164th PlHammond, IN 46323
1500 W Fred St
WhitingIN46394
351 Porter St
GaryIN46406
453 Hovey St
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331 157th St
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511-511 169th St
HammondIN46324
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McLaughlin Apartments
1550 169th StHammond, IN 46324
2939 W 10th Ave
GaryIN46404
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HammondIN46320
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GaryIN46406
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1706 Cleveland Ave
1706 Cleveland AveWhiting, IN 46394
5916 W 9th Ave
GaryIN46406
1228 Lakeview Ave
WhitingIN46394
6741 Columbia Ave
HammondIN46324
207 W Taft St
GaryIN46404
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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 |
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| Cheap East Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $850 | $1,730 |
| Cheap East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $995 | $2,044 |
| Cheap East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $1,250 | $1,265 |
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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. Douglas Pointe Apartments in the Roxana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,164. 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 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Tanglewood | Phase I, Floorplan A, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Chicago area is the $0.86 price per square foot 1212 W 148th St Model at 1212 W 148th St in the in the Roxana neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value East Chicago apartment is the 2x1 Model at Douglas Pointe Apartments starting at $1,164 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Roxana 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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| 1212 W 148th St | 1212 W 148th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Tanglewood | Phase I, Floorplan A, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 2037 Calumet Ave | 2037 Calumet Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.
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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.
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Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.
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