Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN from $400 (4 Rentals)
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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 | $1,089 | $875 | $1,849 |
Cheap East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $795 | $2,474 |
Cheap East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,050 | $1,600 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Chicago area is the $0.93 price per square foot 922 Summer St Model at 922 Summer St, Unit 2 in the in the Roxana neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value East Chicago apartment is the The Marina Model at The Illiana starting at $1,821 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Marktown 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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922 Summer St, Unit 2 | 922 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
The Illiana | The Marina | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
4436 Olcott Ave, Unit Apt. B | 4436 Olcott Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Tanglewood | Phase II, Floorplan D, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Chicago Apartments
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.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Chicago is starting from $965 at Morton Apartments.
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