Apartments for Rent in East Chicago IN
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East Chicago, IN Apartments for Rent
Situated along the shores of Lake Michigan in northwestern Indiana, East Chicago is a historic city in Lake County. Incorporated in 1893 as a railroad and steel town, East Chicago hosts plenty of industrial facilities to this day, including refineries, coal plants, and gas storage tanks. Heritage and tradition remain a focal point in East Chicago, with the Marktown Historic District and Indiana Harbor Public Library promoting the city’s rich past.
Recreational options are plentiful in and near East Chicago, with convenient access to Lake Michigan, the Grand Calumet River, and numerous parks in town. Horseshoe Hammond, Lost Marsh Golf Course, and Wolf Lake Memorial Park are just minutes from East Chicago as well. Located about 23 miles southeast of Chicago’s Loop, East Chicago also offers residents quick access to an abundance of metropolitan amenities. Getting around from East Chicago is easy with convenience to I-90, U.S. 20, the South Shore Line, and Gary Chicago International Airport.
East Chicago, IN Rental Insights
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The average rent in East Chicago, IN is $517 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in East Chicago, IN is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in East Chicago, IN by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 23 East Chicago apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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East Chicago, IN has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
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Students renting in East Chicago, IN have access to Purdue University Calumet, Indiana University, Northwest, Ivy Tech. C.C., Northwest, and South Suburban College.
