
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highwood, IL from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Arrive North Shore

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30 Michigan Ave, Unit #2

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113 Burtis Ave, Unit A

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246
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Albion Highland Park
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Highwood Studio Apartments | $2,176 | $1,800 | $2,560 |
| Cheap Highwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,550 | $4,682 |
| Cheap Highwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $2,019 | $5,700 |
| Cheap Highwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,920 | $2,659 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Highwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highwood, IL is a Studio unit found at 548-552 Sheridan Rd in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood priced from $1,600. Arrive North Shore in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,709. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 548-552 Sheridan Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1,709 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highwood, IL
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highwood area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den Model at HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 in the in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Highwood apartment is the C3 - West Model at Albion Highland Park starting at $4,027 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the Briergate Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Albion Highland Park | C3 - West | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| 113 Burtis Ave, Unit A | 113 Burtis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 548-552 Sheridan Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highwood Apartment is $1,709 at Arrive North Shore.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highwood is starting from $2,200 at 548-552 Sheridan Rd.
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