
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood of Northbrook, IL from $400 (34 Rentals)
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3245 Westview Dr, Unit 1

TGM NorthShore

Crestwood Place

3223 W Parkway Dr

3849 N Parkway Dr

725 St Johns Ave, Unit A7

933-951 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1 Bedroom
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Springs at Lake Cook Crossing

Chestnut Court Apartments

Woodview Apartments

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 91

730 Judson Ave, Unit 90

730 Judson Ave, Unit 09

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 40

485 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 725-12
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725 St Johns Ave, Unit 21

GlenLake Village

4400 W Lake Ave

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 31

447 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 730-04

730 Judson Ave, Unit 60

730 Judson Ave, Unit 40

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244 Eaton St, Unit 1
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AMLI Deerfield

Terraces at Deerfield

730 Judson Ave, Unit 31

The Residence at the Glen Town Center

4250 W Lake Ave

1923 W Willow RD

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Braeside Apartments
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Thomas Place-Senior Community

1963 Ammer Ridge Ct
Downtown Northbrook, Northbrook, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Northbrook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Northbrook Studio Apartments | $2,093 | $1,547 | $2,924 |
| Downtown Northbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $1,400 | $4,300 |
| Downtown Northbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $1,650 | $5,053 |
| Downtown Northbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,918 | $2,495 | $7,900 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood of Northbrook, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Northbrook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Northbrook area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Chestnut Court Apartments priced from $1,600. GlenLake Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Northbrook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Court Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| GlenLake Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Arrive Glenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,029 |
| Terraces at Deerfield | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
| The Residence at the Glen Town Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| TGM NorthShore | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,139 |
| Woodview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,173 |
| AMLI Deerfield | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Springs at Lake Cook Crossing | Studio Premier Summit | Studio,1BA | $2,232 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Northbrook, IL
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Northbrook area is the $1.33 price per square foot 244 Eaton St Model at 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 in the in the Gross Point neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Downtown Northbrook apartment is the 2 bed Model at Ravinia Crossing starting at $3,500 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Briergate Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Northbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 | 244 Eaton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Ravinia Crossing | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| Elaine Luxury Apartments | A6 | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| The Residence at the Glen Town Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Woodview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Terraces at Deerfield | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| GlenLake Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| AMLI Deerfield | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Arrive Glenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Chestnut Court Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Northbrook, Northbrook, IL
Meadowbrook Elementary School
Glenbrook North High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Northbrook Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Northbrook?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Northbrook is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing listed at $2,232.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Northbrook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Northbrook Apartment is $1,600 at Chestnut Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Northbrook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Northbrook is starting from $2,295 at GlenLake Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Northbrook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at GlenLake Village and starts from $2,495.
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