Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marktown Neighborhood of East Chicago, IN from $400 (24 Rentals)
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1700 La Porte Ave, Unit 2
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Marktown, East Chicago, IN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marktown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Marktown Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $1,169 | $1,334 |
Marktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,250 | $1,911 |
Marktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $950 | $2,844 |
Marktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $1,050 | $1,300 |
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Cheapest Available Marktown Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Banc Hammond | Units 310-910 | Studio,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marktown, IN
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marktown area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1700 La Porte Ave Model at 1700 La Porte Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Marktown neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Marktown apartment is the Tier 03 - Junior One Bedroom Model at The Banc Hammond starting at $1,560 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Bernice neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marktown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1700 La Porte Ave, Unit 2 | 1700 La Porte Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
The Banc Hammond | Tier 03 - Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marktown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marktown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marktown is at The Banc Hammond listed at $1,169.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marktown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marktown Apartment is $1,277 at The Banc Hammond.
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