About East Chicago

A large city and one of the northwestern most cities in the state, right on Lake Michigan, East Chicago, Indiana, is home to more than 34,000 residents and is about 25 miles, and just over half an hour driving, south of its namesake, Chicago, Illinois. The town thrives off its neighbor to the north, and many choose to come here in search of a house for rent or an apartment for rent because of its close proximity to the city. Amoco and BP Oil companies both have plants here, and Ispat Inland Steel is right on the lake’s shores. Though the steel industry is not as large as it once was here, about 10 percent of residents are still employed within it.

Transportation is ample here, as The South Shore Line has a station in East Chicago, and the city operates a free bus system. Resorts East Chicago is a casino on the lake with more than 2,000 slots and 60 gaming tables, and brings in many visitors annually. The city is very diverse, and those looking for a house for rent or an apartment for rent will find plenty of diverse options as well. East Chicago Marina, with a restaurant facing the lake with banquet facilities, and Indiana Harbor Yacht Club both lie on Lake Michigan. Seven elementary, two middle schools and one high school make up the public school system here, and St. Catherine Hospital provides medical services.

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