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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Chicago?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,085 | $950 | $1,252 |
North Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $1,046 | $2,466 |
North Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $1,240 | $3,054 |
North Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $1,600 | $2,800 |
North Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,690 | $1,690 |
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Cheapest Available North Chicago Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Beechwood at the Preserve in the North Center neighborhood priced from $1,065. Heritage Green in the North Waukegan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Chicago apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Beechwood at the Preserve | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
10 N Sheridan Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Chicago, IL and Nearby
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Chicago area is the $1.53 price per square foot 1BR/1BA Model at Heritage Green in the in the North Waukegan neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value North Chicago apartment is the Mallard Model at Landings at Amhurst Lake starting at $1,634 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Landings at Amhurst Lake | Mallard | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
10 N Sheridan Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Beechwood at the Preserve | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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Getting Around North Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Chicago Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Chicago Apartment is $1,065 at Beechwood at the Preserve.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Chicago is starting from $1,250 at Beechwood at the Preserve.
What is the most affordable North Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,600.
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