
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highwood, IL from $1,175 (27 Rentals)
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30 Michigan Ave, Unit #2

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440

328 Green Bay Rd

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546
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HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246

666 Central Ave, Unit Small Studio

1660 Green Bay Rd, Unit 1 Bedroom

650 Central Ave

730 Judson Ave, Unit 09

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 31
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611 Mulberry Pl, Unit 2nd floor
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1770 1st St

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318 Walker Ave

McGovern House

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Highwood, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Highwood Studio Apartments | $1,732 | $1,175 | $2,221 |
| Cheap Highwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,395 | $4,611 |
| Cheap Highwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $1,900 | $5,700 |
| Cheap Highwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,606 | $2,200 | $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. HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. 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 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| 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 |
| Arrive North Shore | Linden | 2BR,1BA | $2,459 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,532 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highwood, IL
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highwood area is the $0.22 price per square foot 611 Mulberry Pl Model at 611 Mulberry Pl, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Highwood apartment is the 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at Westover Townhomes starting at $4,200 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Downtown Lake Forest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 611 Mulberry Pl, Unit 2nd floor | 611 Mulberry Pl | 3BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| Westover Townhomes | 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 2 Bed 2 Bath + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| 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 |
| Arrive North Shore | Linden | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 30 Michigan Ave, Unit #2 | 30 Michigan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highwood is at 548-552 Sheridan Rd listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highwood Apartment is $1,800 at 548-552 Sheridan Rd.
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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