Quieter residential streets with single-family homes converted into multi-unit rentals. More space, lower prices, a short bike ride to campus. Best for: Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters. Typical rent: $1,100–$1,750/mo.

Distance varies by block — tour from East Side to your campus buildings before signing.

Expect $1,100–$1,750/mo in East Side. Studio: $1,250/mo; 1 bedroom: $1,500/mo; 2 bedroom: $1,900/mo; Area range: $1,100–$1,750/mo.

East Side scores 75/100 on our student-housing safety model. Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this h…

East Side is a short transit or bike ride to Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus. Transit convenience near Chicago, IL scores about 58/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.

About 77% of residents near East Side rent rather than own. Roughly 64% undergrad vs 36% graduate renters — Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters.

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

Inventory in East Side is limited right now. Browse the Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus housing hub or set alerts while new listings are added.