
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Northbrook Neighborhood of Northbrook, IL from $400 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Northbrook area of Northbrook.


Crestwood Place

3223 W Parkway Dr

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Springs at Lake Cook Crossing

933-951 Waukegan Rd, Unit 2 Bedroom

Chestnut Court Apartments
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Woodview Apartments

GlenLake Village

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730 Judson Ave

730 Judson Ave, Unit 8

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 60

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 6
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725 Saint Johns Ave

485 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 725-06

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 06

4400 W Lake Ave

730 Judson Ave, Unit 17

730 Judson Ave, Unit 71
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725 St Johns Ave, Unit 21

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 91

Ravinia Crossing

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 40

1923 W Willow RD

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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 | $2,018 | $1,547 | $3,147 |
| Downtown Northbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $1,400 | $4,359 |
| Downtown Northbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,595 | $5,053 |
| Downtown Northbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,903 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 27 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 $1,695. 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 | $1,695 |
| Ravinia Crossing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Arrive Glenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,139 |
| Springs at Lake Cook Crossing | Studio Premier Summit | Studio,1BA | $2,172 |
| Terraces at Deerfield | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
| The Residence at the Glen Town Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,236 |
| Woodview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,322 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Northbrook, IL
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Northbrook area is the $2.82 price per square foot C2 Model at PARK5 Luxury Townhomes in the in the North Northfield neighborhood starting from $5,999. The second greatest value Downtown Northbrook apartment is the Center Unit Model at Townhomes at Pointe Drive starting at $3,995 with a $2.51 price per square foot in the North Northfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARK5 Luxury Townhomes | C2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.82 |
| Townhomes at Pointe Drive | Center Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.51 |
| TGM NorthShore | B15 | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Ravinia Crossing | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| AMLI Deerfield | A5D | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| The Residence at the Glen Town Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| GlenLake Village | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Arrive Glenview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 725 Saint Johns Ave | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 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
Northbrook Junior 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 $2,172.
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 GlenLake Village and starts from $2,695.
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