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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northbrook?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Northbrook Studio Apartments | $2,070 | $1,595 | $3,460 |
Cheap Northbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $1,160 | $4,320 |
Cheap Northbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $1,430 | $6,610 |
Cheap Northbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $1,859 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Northbrook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northbrook, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Terrace Apartments in the North Northfield neighborhood priced from $1,425. The Green at Chevy Chase in the McHenry Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northbrook apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Northpoint 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
The Green at Chevy Chase | Medinah | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Foxboro Apartments | Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
Hunt Club Apartments | Oak (1Bed U-R) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Woodview Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,781 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northbrook, IL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northbrook area is the $2.05 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Americana Apartments in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Northbrook apartment is the C1 Model at Valley Lo Towers II Apartments starting at $3,266 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Northbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Americana Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
Valley Lo Towers II Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.51 |
Piper Lane | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
ALOFT at The Glen Town Center | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
Ravinia Crossing | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
The Green at Chevy Chase | Chevy Chase Plus | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
345 Park Ave | 345 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 21 | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Hunt Club Apartments | Oak (1Bed G-R) | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Northpoint 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Best Local Schools in Northbrook, IL
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Getting Around Northbrook, IL
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
20 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northbrook Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northbrook?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northbrook is at AMLI Deerfield listed at $2,008.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrook Apartment is $1,425 at Briarwood Terrace Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northbrook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northbrook is starting from $1,749 at Briarwood Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at GlenLake Village and starts from $2,645.
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