
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Arlington Heights, IL from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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121 W Campbell St

217-231 S Arlington Heights Rd

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314 W Miner St
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315 SALEM LLC

Hawthorne Apartments

Euclid Place

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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 | $1,849 | $1,700 | $1,975 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,350 | $2,457 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $1,795 | $2,877 |
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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 Hawthorne Apartments priced from $1,600. Dunton Tower Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,785. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Dunton Tower Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,785 |
| Hancock Square at Arlington Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,797 |
| 4 North Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,052 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, IL
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $2.84 price per square foot B3 Model at Hancock Square at Arlington Station in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,819. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 4 North Apartments starting at $2,052 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Mount Prospect 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Square at Arlington Station | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 4 North Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Dunton Tower Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.98 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Business District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Business District is at Dunton Tower Apartments listed at $1,785.
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 $1,600 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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 $2,744 at Hancock Square at Arlington Station.
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