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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 | $1,023 | $700 | $1,395 |
Cheap East Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $670 | $2,440 |
Cheap East Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $1,300 | $1,450 |
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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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Chicago apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Douglas Pointe Apartments | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Tanglewood | Phase II, Floorplan B, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,639 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Chicago area is the $1.71 price per square foot Phase II, Floorplan B, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Tanglewood in the in the Roxana neighborhood starting from $1,639. The second greatest value East Chicago apartment is the 20 Carroll St Model at 20 Carroll St, Unit Carriage House starting at $1,250 with a $1.47 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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Tanglewood | Phase II, Floorplan B, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
20 Carroll St, Unit Carriage House | 20 Carroll St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Morton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
1517 121st St, Unit 2 | 1517 121st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Douglas Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
2129 Lincoln Ave, Unit #3RD | 2129 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Walk Score®
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
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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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