
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IL from $400 (43 Rentals)
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2494 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 1SW

447 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 730-08

730 Judson Ave, Unit 80

485 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 725-06

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 6

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 60

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725 Saint Johns Ave
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725 St Johns Ave, Unit 13

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 31

730 Judson Ave, Unit 71

730 Judson Ave, Unit 17

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 21

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 91

Ravinia Crossing

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725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit #19
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696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

432 Elm Pl, Unit 211

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

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Albion Highland Park

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

432 Elm Pl, Unit 003

1660 Green Bay Road

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Braeside Apartments

Laurel Apartments

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Springs at Lake Cook Crossing

366 Park Ave, Unit 20

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338 Tudor Ct

548-552 Sheridan Rd

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369 Hazel Ave, Unit C3

366 Park Ave, Unit 70
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220 Park Ave, Unit J03P

343 Park Ave, Unit 7

343 Park Ave, Unit 3

366 Park Ave, Unit 30

Arrive North Shore

TGM NorthShore

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350 Prairie Ave, Unit A

Crestwood Place
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Calhoun House Apartments

1337 1st St

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546
Highland Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Highland Park Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $1,547 | $2,331 |
| Cheap Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,495 | $4,668 |
| Cheap Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $2,059 | $5,700 |
| Cheap Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,211 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highland Park, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Arrive North Shore in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood priced from $1,759. 548-552 Sheridan Rd in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 548-552 Sheridan Rd | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Ravinia Crossing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,973 |
| Springs at Lake Cook Crossing | Studio Premier Summit | Studio,1BA | $2,021 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IL
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2 bed Model at Ravinia Crossing in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 350 Prairie Ave Model at 350 Prairie Ave, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Briergate Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravinia Crossing | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 350 Prairie Ave, Unit A | 350 Prairie Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| TGM NorthShore | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Elaine Luxury Apartments | A6 | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 338 Tudor Ct | 338 Tudor Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 725 Saint Johns Ave | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit #19 | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 220 Park Ave, Unit J03P | 220 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland Park is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing listed at $2,031.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment is $1,759 at Arrive North Shore.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland Park is starting from $2,109 at Arrive North Shore.
What is the most affordable Highland Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highland Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing and starts from $3,438.
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