
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IL from $400 (34 Rentals)
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447 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 730-08

650 Central, Unit 6G

730 Judson Ave, Unit 80

1970 Green Bay Rd

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 60

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725 Saint Johns Ave

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 06
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1660 Green Bay Road

Braeside Apartments

Braeside Apartments

Laurel Apartments

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372 Hazel Ave

369 Hazel Ave, Unit C5

369 Hazel Ave, Unit B4

369 Hazel Ave, Unit C9
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369 Hazel Ave, Unit C4

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385 Hazel Ave, Unit J01W, Unit J01W

369 Hazel Ave, Unit C3, Unit C3

373 Hazel Ave, Unit C3

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385 Hazel Ave, Unit J08P, Unit J08P

342 Park Ave, Unit A06C, Unit A06C

Arrive North Shore

366 Park Ave, Unit 30
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338 Tudor Ct

343 Park Ave, Unit 07

366 Park Ave, Unit 70

343 Park Ave

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349 Park Ave, Unit Apt. 07, Unit Apt. 07

Crestwood Place

Pinetree Apartments

Calhoun House Apartments
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1455 Shermer Rd

1337 1st St
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 | $1,960 | $1,595 | $2,486 |
| Cheap Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $1,695 | $3,601 |
| Cheap Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $2,059 | $5,700 |
| Cheap Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,962 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive North Shore | Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Ravinia Crossing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, IL
As of April 29, 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 345 Park Ave Model at 345 Park Ave, Unit J01W starting at $2,595 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Braeside 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 |
| 345 Park Ave, Unit J01W | 345 Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 338 Tudor Ct | 338 Tudor Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 696 Elm Pl, Unit 102 | 696 Elm Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 725 Saint Johns Ave | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 342 Park Ave, Unit A06C | 342 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 727 Saint Johns Ave, Unit A06C | 727 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 349 Park Ave, Unit Apt. 07 | 349 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Highland Park, IL
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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 $2,002.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Park Apartment is $1,749 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 $2,079 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 $3,526.
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