
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Sheridan Neighborhood of Highwood, IL from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Arrive North Shore

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350 Prairie Ave, Unit A

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546

666 Central Ave, Unit Small Studio
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666-700 Park Ave W, Unit 1 Bedroom

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2494 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 1SW

1644 Midland Ave, Unit 2

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1644 Midland Ave, Unit Apartment

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111
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432 Elm Pl, Unit 211

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Albion Highland Park

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

432 Elm Pl, Unit 003

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696 Elm Pl, Unit 696-300
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318 Walker Ave

1660 Green Bay Road

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550 Vine Ave

1121 Waukegan Rd

1250 Park Ave W
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1978 Green Bay Rd
Fort Sheridan, Highwood, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Sheridan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Sheridan Studio Apartments | $1,836 | $1,175 | $2,331 |
| Fort Sheridan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $1,510 | $4,668 |
| Fort Sheridan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $1,850 | $5,700 |
| Fort Sheridan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,676 | $2,100 | $7,476 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Fort Sheridan Neighborhood of Highwood, IL.
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Cheapest Available Fort Sheridan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Sheridan area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 548-552 Sheridan Rd priced from $1,600. Arrive North Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,759. Here are the most affordable Fort Sheridan apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 548-552 Sheridan Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,019 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
| Albion Highland Park | V1 - West | Studio,1BA | $2,331 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Sheridan, IL
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Sheridan area is the $3.29 price per square foot D8 - East Model at Albion Highland Park in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $7,476. The second greatest value Fort Sheridan apartment is the 350 Prairie Ave Model at 350 Prairie Ave, Unit A starting at $2,100 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Briergate Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Sheridan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Highland Park | D8 - East | 3BR,3BA | $3.29 |
| 350 Prairie Ave, Unit A | 350 Prairie Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Arrive North Shore | Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 548-552 Sheridan Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
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Best Local Schools in Fort Sheridan, Highwood, IL
Wayne Thomas Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Sheridan Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Sheridan?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Sheridan is Arrive North Shore which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in Fort Sheridan costs $5,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Sheridan?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Fort Sheridan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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