
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Highland Park Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL from $1,600 (6 Rentals)
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696 Elm Pl

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728 St Johns Ave

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Downtown Highland Park, Highland Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Highland Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Highland Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,871 | $2,395 | $3,500 |
Downtown Highland Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,390 | $2,395 | $9,775 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 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 2 Beds unit found at Renaissance Place in Highland Park priced from $2,700. HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,738. Here are the most affordable Downtown Highland Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,700 |
HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,738 |
Albion Highland Park | C5 - East | 2BR,2BA | $3,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Highland Park, IL
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Highland Park area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Renaissance Place in Highland Park in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Downtown Highland Park apartment is the C16 - West Model at Albion Highland Park starting at $4,893 with a $3.39 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. |
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Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Albion Highland Park | C16 - West | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
696 Elm Pl, Unit 304 | 696 Elm Pl | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
696 Elm Pl, Unit A02C | 696 Elm Pl | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
2494 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 1SW | 2494 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Highland Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Highland Park?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Highland Park, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $5,300. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Highland Park ranging from $1,650 to $9,775.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Highland Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Highland Park ranges from $1,650 to $9,775 with an average monthly rent of $2,979.
Expert Rental Resources
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