Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood of Northbrook, IL from $400 (8 Rentals)

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Crestwood Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Place

1000 Waukegan RdNorthbrook, IL 60062
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Pinetree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinetree Apartments

933-951 Waukegan RdDeerfield, IL 60015
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1923 W Willow RD
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1923 W Willow RD

1923 W Willow RdNorthfield, IL 60093
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Braeside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Braeside Apartments

26 Blackhawk RdHighland Park, IL 60035
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Braeside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Braeside Apartments

511 County Line RdHighland Park, IL 60035
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Downtown Northbrook, Northbrook, IL Local Guide

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 $1,795. Here are the most affordable Downtown Northbrook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chestnut Court ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$1,600
GlenLake Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Arrive GlenviewE1Studio,1BA$1,880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Northbrook, IL

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Northbrook area is the $1.82 price per square foot Center Unit Model at Townhomes at Pointe Drive in the in the North Northfield neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Downtown Northbrook apartment is the 244 Eaton St Model at 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Gross Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Northbrook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Pointe DriveCenter Unit3BR,2.5BA$1.82
244 Eaton St, Unit 1244 Eaton St1BR,1BA$1.33
Ravinia Crossing2 bed2BR,2BA$2.90
Woodview ApartmentsG12BR,2BA$2.66
730 Judson Ave, Unit 05730 Judson Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
ALOFT at The Glen Town Center1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.57
725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 21725 Saint Johns Ave1BR,1BA$2.71
727 Saint Johns Ave, Unit A06C727 Saint Johns Ave1BR,1BA$2.71
730 Judson Ave, Unit A0730 Judson Ave1BR,1BA$2.85
Chestnut Court ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$2.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Northbrook, Northbrook, IL

Ranked #2

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood in Northbrook, IL

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Northbrook Apartments

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 $2,195 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 Valley Lo Towers and starts from $3,545.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.