
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Sheridan Neighborhood of Highwood, IL from $900 (27 Rentals)
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226 North Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546

328 Green Bay Rd

HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 246
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Westover Townhomes

423 Funston Ave

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696 Elm Pl

432 Elm Pl, Unit 702

696 Elm Pl, Unit 207

650 Central, Unit 6G
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1970 Green Bay Rd

679 Park Ave W, Unit 2, Unit 2

622 N Western Ave

696 Elm Pl, Unit 111

432 Elm Pl, Unit 211

Park Townhomes of Highland Park
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318 Walker Ave

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Albion Highland Park

1770 1st St

Renaissance Place in Highland Park

McGovern House

1660 Green Bay Road
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789 N McKinley Rd

1506 Glencoe Ave
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 | $2,167 | $1,695 | $2,486 |
| Fort Sheridan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $1,719 | $3,141 |
| Fort Sheridan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $1,995 | $5,700 |
| Fort Sheridan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,014 | $1,950 | $7,466 |
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There are currently 27 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 1 Bed unit found at Arrive North Shore priced from $1,719. HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,019. Here are the most affordable Fort Sheridan apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $1,719 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,019 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Albion Highland Park | V1 - West | Studio,1BA | $2,321 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,872 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Sheridan, IL
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Sheridan area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 in the in the Fort Sheridan neighborhood starting from $2,872. The second greatest value Fort Sheridan apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 318 Walker Ave starting at $2,200 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Downtown Highland Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| 318 Walker Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Albion Highland Park | A16 - West | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| Arrive North Shore | Palmer | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| 696 Elm Pl | 696 Elm Pl | Studio ,1BA | $4.52 |
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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 $1,719, while the average apartment in Fort Sheridan costs $2,975.
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 2 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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