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Highlights
- Spacious kitchen pantry
- Newly updated bathroom
Location
1717 E Columbus Dr, East Chicago, IN 46312, USA
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Property Overview
1717 E Columbus Dr. has received a favorable Zumper Expert Rating, indicating its overall quality in the local market. Key pros include its location and amenities, which contribute to a desirable living experience. Notable features further enhance its appeal, making it an attractive option for a range of potential renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,000 sqft | $1,250 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your next home. This freshly updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath unit offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and value. Step inside to find freshly painted walls that give the entire home a bright, clean feel. The updated bathroom adds a modern touch, while the spacious kitchen includes a dedicated pantry for extra storage and convenience. With three comfortable bedrooms, there’s plenty of space for relaxing, working from home, or creating the layout that fits your lifestyle. The thoughtful updates and clean finishes make this home move-in ready. Homes at this price point with these updates don’t stay available long. Rent: $1,250 per month Features include: • 3 spacious bedrooms • Newly updated bathroom • Fresh paint throughout • Kitchen pantry for extra storage • Clean, bright living spaces Schedule your showing today. www dadpropertiesnwi com 219-777-HOME |
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About 1717 E Columbus Dr.
Welcome to your next home. This freshly updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath unit offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and value. Step inside to find freshly painted walls that give the entire home a bright, clean feel. The updated bathroom adds a modern touch, while the spacious kitchen includes a dedicated pantry for extra storage and convenience. With three comfortable bedrooms, there’s plenty of space for relaxing, working from home, or creating the layout that fits your lifestyle. The thoughtful updates and clean finishes make this home move-in ready. Homes at this price point with these updates don’t stay available long. Rent: $1,250 per month Features include: • 3 spacious bedrooms • Newly updated bathroom • Fresh paint throughout • Kitchen pantry for extra storage • Clean, bright living spaces Schedule your showing today. www dadpropertiesnwi com 219-777-HOME
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1717 E Columbus Dr. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1717 E Columbus Dr. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1717 E Columbus Dr. stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1717 E Columbus Dr. is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1717 E Columbus Dr. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1717 E Columbus Dr. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1717 E Columbus Dr. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 1000 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in East Chicago
3-bedroom apartments at 1717 E Columbus Dr. cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Chicago.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
East Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $550 |
| May 2025 | $800 |
| June 2025 | $800 |
| July 2025 | $800 |
| September 2025 | $800 |
| October 2025 | $800 |
| November 2025 | $820 |
| December 2025 | $800 |
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Can I afford to live at 1717 E Columbus Dr?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near 1717 E Columbus Dr.
George Washington Elementary School
2400 cardinal dr
east chicago, IN, 46312
K-6Public
C-
Woodland Child Development Center
3027 j f mahoney dr
hammond, IN, 46323
PKPublic
Burnham Elementary School
13945 s green bay ave
burnham, IL, 60633
PK, K-8Public
C-
Lincoln Elementary School
410 157th st
calumet city, IL, 60409
PK, K-8Public
C-
Sadlowski Elementary School
3930 e 105th st
chicago, IL, 60617
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around East Chicago near 1717 E Columbus Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1717 E Columbus Dr, East Chicago
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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