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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Northfield Studio Apartments | $1,743 | $1,595 | $2,039 |
Cheap Northfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $2,049 | $3,175 |
Cheap Northfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $1,700 | $4,885 |
Cheap Northfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,547 | $3,850 | $5,495 |
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Cheapest Available Northfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at TGM NorthShore in the Briergate Station neighborhood priced from $2,099. Elaine Luxury Apartments in the Briergate Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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TGM NorthShore | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Elaine Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,354 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield, IL
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfield area is the $2.65 price per square foot C1 Model at Valley Lo Towers II Apartments in the in the Downtown Northbrook neighborhood starting from $3,444. The second greatest value Northfield apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at ALOFT at The Glen Town Center starting at $2,741 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Mission Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Valley Lo Towers II Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
ALOFT at The Glen Town Center | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
Midtown Square | The Oak View 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
345 Park Ave | 345 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
897 Green Bay Rd | 897 Green Bay Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
894 Green Bay Rd, Unit A03C | 894 Green Bay Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
814 Elm St | 814 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Optima Old Orchard Woods | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
548 Chestnut St | 548 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
899 Green Bay Rd | 899 Green Bay Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Getting Around Northfield, IL
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Northfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northfield is at listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment is $2,099 at TGM NorthShore.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northfield is starting from $2,489 at TGM NorthShore.
What is the most affordable Northfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valley Lo Towers II Apartments and starts from $3,444.
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