Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood of Northbrook, IL from $400 (21 Rentals)

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Crestwood Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Place

1000 Waukegan RdNorthbrook, IL 60062
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Park Place Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Apartments

1644-1646 Waukegan RdGlenview, IL 60025
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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 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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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 GlenLake Village priced from $1,695. Albion Highland Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,985. Here are the most affordable Downtown Northbrook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
GlenLake Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Albion Highland ParkS6 - WestStudio,1BA$1,985
Woodview ApartmentsB21BR,1BA$2,175
TGM NorthShoreA21BR,1BA$2,185
Elaine Luxury ApartmentsA1HC1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Northbrook, IL

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Northbrook area is the $2.45 price per square foot End Unit Model at Townhomes at Pointe Drive in the in the Milwaukee Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Downtown Northbrook apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Ravinia Crossing starting at $3,025 with a $2.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Pointe DriveEnd Unit3BR,2.5BA$2.45
Ravinia Crossing2 Bed2BR,2BA$2.50
Valley Lo Towers II ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$2.85
956 Chestnut St, Unit #1956 Chestnut St3BR,1BA$2.55
Albion Highland ParkC1 - East2BR,2BA$3.67
Elaine Luxury ApartmentsA1HC1BR,1BA$3.05
725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 02725 Saint Johns Ave1BR,1BA$2.64
Woodview ApartmentsB21BR,1BA$3.22
TGM NorthShoreA21BR,1BA$3.28
730 Judson Ave, Unit 19730 Judson AveStudio ,1BA$4.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Northbrook, Northbrook, IL

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Northbrook, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Northbrook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Northbrook is at Albion Highland Park listed at $1,985.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Northbrook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Northbrook Apartment is $1,695 at GlenLake Village.

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 $2,145 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 $2,595.

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