
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL (161 Rentals)

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The Scholar Apartments

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Albion Evanston

Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway

The Reserve at Evanston

Maple Grove Apartments

2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit FL1-ID951

2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit FL2-ID519

1940 Sherman Ave.

829 Foster St.

Old Orchard Residences

The Lofts & Residences

545 Chestnut St, Unit E545-201

1033 Dempster St, Unit w3

1033 Dempster Street, Unit W1
Wilmette, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilmette?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Wilmette Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $1,145 | $5,552 |
Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Wilmette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $1,650 | $6,664 |
Wilmette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,848 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Wilmette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,370 | $4,800 | $5,850 |
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Largest Available Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmette, IL is found at The Lofts & Residences in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood and is 1,550 square feet priced from $2,748. Central Station in the Central Street neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 825 square feet and currently listed start at $2,851. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilmette:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Lofts & Residences | 1,550 Sq Ft | $2,748 | |
Central Station | 1 Bedroom B | 825 Sq Ft | $2,851 |
Midtown Square | The Grove 12 | 822 Sq Ft | $2,366 |
Evanston Place | The Sheridan | 812 Sq Ft | $2,580 |
Optima Old Orchard Woods | A2 | 801 Sq Ft | $2,470 |
The Residences of Wilmette | 1C | 789 Sq Ft | $3,117 |
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway | 1/1.0 | 779 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
The Reserve at Evanston | 1x1 | 645 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
Cheapest Available Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmette, IL is the 1/1.0 Model starting from $1,495 at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in the Northwestern neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmette 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Lotus Garden starting at $1,550 in the Gross Point neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wilmette is currently $2,831. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilmette:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway | 1/1.0 | $1,495 |
Lotus Garden | 1 Bedroom | $1,550 |
Garden House | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | $1,630 |
1500 Chicago Ave | 1 Bedroom | $1,650 |
Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B1 | $2,354 |
Midtown Square | The Grove 12 | $2,366 |
Optima Old Orchard Woods | A2 | $2,395 |
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Getting Around Wilmette, IL
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmette with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilmette is at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway listed at $1,495.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmette is $2,831.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmette is a 1,550 square feet unit starting from $2,748 at The Lofts & Residences.
What is the average size for Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmette is currently 1,029 sq ft.
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