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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Northfield Studio Apartments | $1,814 | $1,275 | $2,483 |
Cheap Northfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,650 | $3,256 |
Cheap Northfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $1,650 | $5,008 |
Cheap Northfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,336 | $3,850 | $6,846 |
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Cheapest Available Northfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Northfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Elaine Luxury Apartments in the Downtown Northbrook neighborhood priced from $2,275. TGM NorthShore in the Ravinia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Northfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elaine Luxury Apartments | A0 | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
TGM NorthShore | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Optima Old Orchard Woods | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield, IL
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfield area is the $2.77 price per square foot B5 Model at Optima Old Orchard Woods in the in the Gross Point neighborhood starting from $3,340. The second greatest value Northfield apartment is the A8 Model at TGM NorthShore starting at $2,399 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Ravinia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Optima Old Orchard Woods | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
TGM NorthShore | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Elaine Luxury Apartments | A0 | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Skokie | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Skokie | Studio ,1BA | $8.28 |
738 Lavergne Ave, Unit H | 738 Lavergne Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $38.50 |
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Getting Around Northfield, IL
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northfield Apartment is $2,275 at Elaine Luxury Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northfield is starting from $2,995 at Optima Old Orchard Woods.
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