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373 Hazel Ave

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Northfield, IL Local Guide

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 Briergate Station neighborhood priced from $2,275. TGM NorthShore in the Briergate Station 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elaine Luxury ApartmentsA01BR,1BA$2,275
TGM NorthShoreA81BR,1BA$2,399
Optima Old Orchard WoodsA31BR,1BA$2,660
Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesB61BR,1BA$2,972

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northfield, IL

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northfield area is the $2.78 price per square foot B1 Model at Optima Old Orchard Woods in the in the Gross Point neighborhood starting from $3,090. The second greatest value Northfield apartment is the 894 Green Bay Rd Model at 894 Green Bay Rd, Unit 896B-16 starting at $2,295 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Braeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Optima Old Orchard WoodsB12BR,2BA$2.78
894 Green Bay Rd, Unit 896B-16894 Green Bay Rd2BR,1BA$2.30
1343 Woodview Ln1343 Woodview Ln2BR,1BA$1.92
TGM NorthShoreA81BR,1BA$3.18
910 Green Bay Rd, Unit 918-3A910 Green Bay Rd1BR,1BA$2.39
Elaine Luxury ApartmentsA01BR,1BA$3.26
Avidor Glenview 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesB61BR,1BA$4.49
371 Hazel Ave, Unit 4371 Hazel AveStudio ,1BA$3.39
Furnished Studio-Chicago - SkokieFurnished Studio-Chicago - SkokieStudio ,1BA$7.87
738 Lavergne Ave, Unit H738 Lavergne Ave3BR,2.5BA$38.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Northfield?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Northfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $6,963. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northfield ranging from $1,625 to $9,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northfield ranges from $1,625 to $9,100 with an average monthly rent of $4,018.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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