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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 a home in East Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Chicago 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,478 | $995 | $2,600 |
| East Chicago 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,683 | $1,100 | $2,550 |
| East Chicago 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,972 | $1,441 | $2,250 |
| East Chicago 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,659 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN
As of July 30, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in East Chicago, IN with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,472. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Chicago ranging from $695 to $2,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Chicago ranges from $695 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,398.
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