
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Highland Park Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL from $1,175 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Highland Park Studio Apartments | $1,698 | $1,175 | $2,221 |
| Downtown Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $1,395 | $4,611 |
| Downtown Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,906 | $1,900 | $5,700 |
| Downtown Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,783 | $3,400 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Highland Park Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Highland Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Albion Highland Park priced from $2,221. HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Highland Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Highland Park | S5 - West | Studio,1BA | $2,221 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Highland Park | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Highland Park, IL
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Highland Park area is the $2.59 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Highland Park in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Downtown Highland Park apartment is the 1Bed/1Bath Model at Renaissance Place in Highland Park starting at $2,350 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Briergate Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 30 Michigan Ave, Unit #2 | 30 Michigan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Albion Highland Park | S5 - West | Studio ,1BA | $3.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Highland Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Highland Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Highland Park Apartment is $2,250 at HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Highland Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Highland Park is starting from $2,500 at 318 Walker Ave.
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