
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Northbrook, IL from $400 (78 Rentals)
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Elaine Luxury Apartments

TGM NorthShore

Crestwood Place

1337 1st St

3223 W Parkway Dr

3220 Sanders Rd

Hunt Club Apartments

Briarwood Terrace Apartments

923 Jonathon Ct, Unit 304
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Springs at Lake Cook Crossing

369 Hazel Ave

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385 Hazel Ave

373 Hazel Ave

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338 Tudor Ct

366 Park Ave

1141 Waukegan Rd

933-951 Waukegan Rd

Chestnut Court Apartments

922 E Old Willow Rd
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1141 Waukegan Rd

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369 Hazel Ave, Unit C3

Woodview Apartments

The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments

1604 Hollywood Ave

373 Hazel Ave

369 Hazel Ave

369 Hazel Ave

366 Park Ave

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730 Judson Ave
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343 Park Ave

447 Roger Williams Ave

730 Judson Ave

GlenLake Village

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931 Jonathon Ct, Unit River Trails

4400 W Lake Ave

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385 Park Ave, Unit J02P

485 Roger Williams Ave

343 Park Ave

725 St Johns Ave
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725 St Johns Ave

366 Park Ave

730 Judson Ave

725 St Johns Ave

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349 Park Ave, Unit Apt. 07

725 St Johns Ave

1334 Woodview Ln, Unit 2E

725 St Johns Ave

369 Hazel Ave

725 St Johns Ave
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Northbrook, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northbrook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Northbrook Studio Apartments | $1,829 | $1,547 | $2,086 |
| Cheap Northbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,350 | $4,832 |
| Cheap Northbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,595 | $5,053 |
| Cheap Northbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,440 | $2,110 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Northbrook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northbrook, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Terrace Apartments in the North Northfield neighborhood priced from $1,475. Foxboro Apartments in the Dundee Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northbrook apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Northpoint 1 w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Easton | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| Chestnut Court Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Park Meadows LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| GlenLake Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments | Medinah | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northbrook, IL
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northbrook area is the $2.45 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Townhomes at Pointe Drive in the in the North Northfield neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Northbrook apartment is the 383 Park Ave Model at 383 Park Ave, Unit M02H starting at $2,595 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Braeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Pointe Drive | Center Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.45 |
| 383 Park Ave, Unit M02H | 383 Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Northpoint 2 Split | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 931 Jonathon Ct, Unit River Trails | 931 Jonathon Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 301 Riverwalk Place | The Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Hunt Club Apartments | Birch (2 Bed M) | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| GlenLake Village | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| The Residence at the Glen Town Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Fairfield | 2BR,1.25BA | $2.48 |
| Park Meadows LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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Best Local Schools in Northbrook, IL
Glenbrook North High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northbrook Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northbrook?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northbrook is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing listed at $2,011.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northbrook Apartment is $1,450 at Briarwood Terrace Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northbrook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northbrook is starting from $1,750 at Briarwood Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at GlenLake Village and starts from $2,645.
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