Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Bluff, IL from $1,100 (30 Rentals)

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615 Sheridan Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

615 Sheridan Rd

615 Sheridan RdLake Bluff, IL 60044
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525 W Washington Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 W Washington Ave

525 W Washington AveLake Bluff, IL 60044

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1435 Hervey Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1435 Hervey Ave

1435 Hervey AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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723 N McKinley Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

723 N McKinley Rd

723 N McKinley RdLake Forest, IL 60045
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2417 Sherman Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2417 Sherman Ave

2417 Sherman AveAbbott Park, IL 60064
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105 E Laurel Ave
Studio Apartments

105 E Laurel Ave

105 E Laurel AveLake Forest, IL 60045
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2300 Barrett Ct
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

2300 Barrett Ct

2300 Barrett CtNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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927-941 Broadway Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

927-941 Broadway Ave

927-941 Broadway AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064

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Sheridan Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sheridan Apartments

1610 Sheridan RdNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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704 Cherry Ave
Studio Apartments

704 Cherry Ave

704 Cherry AveLake Forest, IL 60045
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2413 Sherman Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2413 Sherman Ave

2413 Sherman AveAbbott Park, IL 60064
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269 E Woodland Rd
Studio Apartments

269 E Woodland Rd

269 E Woodland RdLake Forest, IL 60045
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1548 Kristan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1548 Kristan Ave

1548 Kristan AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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1911 Sherman Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1911 Sherman Ave

1911 Sherman AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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2400 24th Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2400 24th Pl

2400 24th PlNorth Chicago, IL 60064

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Prairie View Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie View Apartments

1 Prairie View CtNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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1123 Broadway Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1123 Broadway Ave

1123 Broadway AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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1111 Broadway Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1111 Broadway Ave

1111 Broadway AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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1117 Broadway Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1117 Broadway Ave

1117 Broadway AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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1635 Hervey Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1635 Hervey Ave

1635 Hervey AveNorth Chicago, IL 60064
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Lake Bluff, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lake Bluff, IL

Pricing Updated: 05/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Lake Bluff, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lake Bluff Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Village of Lake Bluff$2,057$1,1507

Cheapest Available Lake Bluff Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Oaks of Lake BluffOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Deer Valley ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,806

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Bluff, IL

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Bluff area is the $0.84 price per square foot 13744 Rockland Rd Model at 13744 Rockland Rd, Unit Apt in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Lake Bluff apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Deer Valley Apartments starting at $1,806 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Village of Lake Bluff neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Bluff apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
13744 Rockland Rd, Unit Apt13744 Rockland Rd2BR,1BA$0.84
Deer Valley ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.49
The Oaks of Lake BluffOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Bluff Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Bluff Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Bluff Apartment is $1,425 at The Oaks of Lake Bluff.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Bluff Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Bluff is starting from $2,355 at Deer Valley Apartments.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.