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property at 825 Delaware St

825 Delaware St

GaryIN46402

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property at 6909 W 131st Ave

6909 W 131st Ave

Cedar LakeIN46303

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property at 12435 Ripley Pl

12435 Ripley Pl

Crown PointIN46307

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Cheapest Available Lake County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake County, IN is a Studio unit found at Gary NSA V in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood priced from $698. La Vue Lake Apartments in the Outlying North Lake County IN neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $818. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gary NSA VStudioStudio,1BA$698
La Vue Lake ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$818
Westbrook Apartments2BR-FLT2BR,1BA$865
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$895
Birchwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
The Ridge ApartmentsFir1BR,1BA$975
Broadway Crossing Apartments271BR,1BA$1,010
Haven HobartA1p - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IN

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake County area is the $1.11 price per square foot 10087 Raven Wood Dr Model at 10087 Raven Wood Dr, Unit 10087 in the starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Lake County apartment is the DTH1 Model at Brixin Townhomes at Cressmoor Estates starting at $2,095 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Liverpool neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10087 Raven Wood Dr, Unit 1008710087 Raven Wood DrStudio ,0.5BA$1.11
Brixin Townhomes at Cressmoor EstatesDTH13BR,2.5BA$1.31
7654 Whitcomb St, Unit D7654 Whitcomb St2BR,1.5BA$1.13
157 N West St, Unit 1157 N West St2BR,1BA$1.26
821 Becker St, Unit Becker Garden Unit821 Becker St2BR,1BA$1.32
Meadowlane Apartments2BR/ 1BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Fountain View Apartments2BR / 1BA2BR,1BA$1.31
Kirby ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.25
8 Waltham St, Unit 1R8 Waltham St1BR,1BA$1.15
Morton Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.28

Frequently Asked Questions about Lake County

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake County?

There are currently 534 Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IN with pricing that ranges from $760 to $8,314. There are also 206 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake County ranging from $700 to $6,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake County ranges from $700 to $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,770.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lake County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lake County range from $883 to $3,980, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,370.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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