
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Arlington Heights, IL from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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Hancock Square at Arlington Station

Dunton Tower Apartments

214-222 S Pine Ave

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Metro Lofts

Salem Lane Apartments
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Wing Street Condominium

27 N Dryden Pl

12 E Northwest Hwy

Campbell Courte

121 W Campbell St

217-231 S Arlington Heights Rd

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314 W Miner St

101-111 N Lincoln Ln

1214 E Northwest Highway

Dryden Apartments

315 SALEM LLC

Euclid Place

Hawthorne Apartments
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Hawthorne Apartments
Central Business District, Arlington Heights, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,858 | $1,300 | $2,021 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,350 | $2,568 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,550 | $3,412 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Arlington Heights, IL.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl priced from $1,295. 214-222 S Pine Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 4 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Hancock Square at Arlington Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, IL
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $2.03 price per square foot 110 S Dunton Ave Model at 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 1BD/1BA Model at 214-222 S Pine Ave starting at $1,600 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C | 110 S Dunton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 4 North Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Hancock Square at Arlington Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment is $1,295 at Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Business District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $1,800 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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