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  1. Building Photo - 5909 Wallace Rd
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,300
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    Base Rent$1,300
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    Total Monthly Price$1,300

    5909 Wallace Rd

    5909 Wallace Rd, Hammond, IN 46320
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  8. 4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,350

    507 School St

    507 School St, East Chicago, IN 46312
  9. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,250

    505 School St

    505 School St, East Chicago, IN 46312

East Chicago at a Glance

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East Chicago, IN Apartments for Rent

East Chicago, Indiana combines affordable apartment living with convenient access to metropolitan amenities. Located just 18 miles from downtown Chicago along Lake Michigan's shoreline, this 15-square-mile community offers rental options across several established neighborhoods including Indiana Harbor, Washington Park, and Northside. The city's location near US 12, US 20, and the Cline Avenue Expressway provides easy access to surrounding areas.

East Chicago residents benefit from practical transportation options including the East Chicago Transit bus service, which operates three routes throughout the city. The South Shore Line station offers reliable rail service to Chicago and other Lake Michigan communities. The city's position along Lake Michigan and the Indiana Harbor Ship Canal provides waterfront views, while the proximity to neighboring communities opens up additional shopping and entertainment possibilities.

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East Chicago Central High School

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Grades 9-12
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Joseph L Block Jr High School

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Grades 6-8
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West Side Junior High School

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Grades 6-8
523 Students
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Benjamin Harrison Elementary School

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Grades K-5
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George Washington Elementary School

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William Mckinley Elementary School

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What are the average rent costs in East Chicago, IN?

The average rent in East Chicago, IN is $519.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN is $519.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN is $721.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in East Chicago, IN is $824.

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