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5260 W Foster Ave, Unit Garden

8805 N Dee Rd

10350 Michael Todd Terrace

4641 N Paulina St, Unit 103

7560 N Waukegan Rd, Unit GC

8052 N Oriole Ave

9098 W Terrace Dr

4284 Central Rd, Unit 101
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1060 W Hollywood Ave

1060 W Hollywood Ave, Unit 514

1112 Castilian Ct, Unit C-108

9714 Bianco Terrace

5215 Galitz St

9654 Golf Terrace

10479 Dearlove Rd, Unit 2A

9450 Washington St, Unit 2B

8928 Steven Dr
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1026 Castilian Ct

9822 Bianco Ter, Unit A

1911 Dewes St

6788 N Sauganash Ave

9482 Bay Colony Dr

9717 Bianco Terrace, Unit E

6048 N Elston Ave

9315 Hamilton Ct

9442 Bay Colony Dr, Unit 1W
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7323 W Higgins Ave

8814 Briar Ct

8242 Kilpatrick Ave, Unit 1N

8918 Lavergne Ave, Unit 1

8845 Lamon Ave, Unit 2W

9717 Bianco Terrace, Unit E

6302 W Holbrook St

6885 N Overhill Ave

6542 N Harlem Ave
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5556 N Central Ave, Unit 3

3515 Central Rd

4924 Mulford St, Unit 2

7632.5 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit B3

4920 Mulford St, Unit N4

9001 Golf Rd

6844 N Ottawa Ave

10385 Dearlove Rd

1306 Carol St, Unit B3
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6407 N Normandy Ave

1418 Carol St, Unit 2

6405 N Normandy Ave
Niles, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Niles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,246 | $1,500 | $5,500 |
| Niles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,389 | $1,800 | $6,750 |
| Niles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,230 | $2,600 | $5,500 |
| Niles 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,000 | $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 Glenwest Apartments in the Techny neighborhood priced from $1,500. Garden House Apartments in the Skokie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Niles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwest Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Garden House Apartments | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Oak Trails Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| Legacy Crossings | Alcove | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Lotus Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Park Ridge Commons | EIGHT15 | 1BR,1BA | $1,719 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Niles, IL
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Niles area is the $1.76 price per square foot 1121 N Northwest Hwy Model at 1121 N Northwest Hwy, Unit 3 in the in the Park Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Niles apartment is the 907 N Northwest Hwy Model at 907 N Northwest Hwy, Unit 2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Park Ridge 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1121 N Northwest Hwy, Unit 3 | 1121 N Northwest Hwy | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 907 N Northwest Hwy, Unit 2 | 907 N Northwest Hwy | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 5620 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1 | 5620 N Marmora Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 8022 Oriole Ave, Unit 1 floor | 8022 Oriole Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Oak Trails Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 1401 Carol St, Unit 1 | 1401 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5991 N Northwest Hwy, Unit APT 302 | 5991 N Northwest Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 1306 Carol St, Unit TWO BEDROOMS | 1306 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 5222 N Ludlam Ave, Unit Garden | 5222 N Ludlam Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Niles?
There are currently 548 Apartments for Rent in Niles, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,180 to $13,703. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Niles ranging from $400 to $11,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Niles?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Niles ranges from $400 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,969.
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