
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Niles, IL from $700 (81 Rentals)
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7632 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit ONE BED, Unit ONE BED

7632.5 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit A2

8144 1/2 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 1A

8100 W Oakton St

Legacy Crossings

Nordica Apartments

6911 N Rosemary Ln

8052 N Oriole Ave

Celebrate Senior Living
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9074 W Terrace Dr

8850 N Wisner St

Courts of the Fountains

304 W Touhy Ave

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5354 N Linder Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

2525 E Ballard Rd, Unit 203

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5939 N Northwest Hwy, Unit #3A, Unit #3A

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8450 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

5622 N Mango Ave

8812 Briar Ct
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5600 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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5608 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

Glen Oaks Commons

Oak Trails Apartments

8506 Waukegan Rd, Unit 3

Park Ridge Commons

Courtyards On The Park

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5222 N Ludlam Ave, Unit 2 Floor, Unit 2 Floor

The GLEN VIEW

Garden House Apartments
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The Monarch

Lotus Gardens Apartments

8133 Laramie Ave

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10380 Michael Todd Terrace

8232 Niles Center Rd, Unit 306

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5624 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1a, Unit 1a

8242 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit 1S

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8242 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit 1S, Unit 1S

8242 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit 2

511 Summit Ave
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9462 Bay Colony Dr, Unit 3rd Floor

5335 N Magnet Ave

8644 Skokie Blvd, Unit 203

9407 Bay Colony Dr, Unit 2W, Unit 2W

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1401 Carol St, Unit 1, Unit 1

8644 Skokie Blvd, Unit 302

8644 Skokie Blvd

8644 Skokie Blvd, Unit 302

5935 N Northwest Hwy

6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy
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Niles, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Niles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Niles Studio Apartments | $2,057 | $1,180 | $3,555 |
| Cheap Niles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $1,200 | $4,427 |
| Cheap Niles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,400 | $6,608 |
| Cheap Niles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Niles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,717 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Niles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Niles, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Glen Oaks Commons in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood priced from $1,530. Park Ridge Commons in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,579. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Niles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
| Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,579 |
| Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Garden House Apartments | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
| The Monarch | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,640 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Niles, IL
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Niles area is the $1.85 price per square foot 5250 N Lieb Ave Model at 5250 N Lieb Ave, Unit Unit1 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Niles apartment is the 8022 Oriole Ave Model at 8022 Oriole Ave, Unit 1 floor starting at $2,275 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Niles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5250 N Lieb Ave, Unit Unit1 | 5250 N Lieb Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 8022 Oriole Ave, Unit 1 floor | 8022 Oriole Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The GLEN VIEW | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 1316 Carol St, Unit 1312-1A - TWO BEDS | 1316 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 5939 N Northwest Hwy, Unit #3A | 5939 N Northwest Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1401 Carol St, Unit 1 | 1401 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 5624 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1a | 5624 N Marmora Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Niles Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Niles?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Niles is at The Monarch listed at $1,640.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Niles Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Niles Apartment is $1,530 at Glen Oaks Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Niles Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Niles is starting from $1,815 at Courtyards On The Park.
What is the most affordable Niles Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Niles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Monarch and starts from $3,071.
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