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2611 W Peterson Ave

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 309

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 207

6705 N California Ave, Unit 11-GW

6711 N California Ave, Unit WG

833 Dobson St, Unit Garden

4641 N Paulina St, Unit 107

6407 N Oak Park Ave

9124 La Crosse Ave
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2000 W Jarvis Ave

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3

2214 W Thome Ave

7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 26-1W

2540 W Thorndale Ave

6125 W Rosedale Ave

6225 N Francisco Ave

2906 Central St

233 Custer Ave
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233 Custer Ave, Unit 2

733 Dobson St, Unit 3S

2145 W Chase Ave, Unit 2

9207 Skokie Blvd, Unit 106

9201 Skokie Blvd, Unit 9207-106

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2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID521

1921 W Estes Ave

1921 W Estes Ave, Unit 1N

839 Mulford St

6545 N Francisco Ave
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6543 N Francisco Ave

8504 Waukegan Rd, Unit 10

8500 Waukegan Rd, Unit 21

8504 Waukegan Rd, Unit 3

828 Reba Pl, Unit 28-2S

908 Reba Pl, Unit 18-3S

2342 W Touhy Ave, Unit 48-2H

6705 N California Ave, Unit 54-GN

7346 N Damen Ave

2439 W Birchwood Ave
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6735 N California Ave, Unit WG

6731 N California Ave, Unit SG

6705 N California Ave, Unit 31-GS

2754 W North Shore Ave, Unit NG

Total Monthly Price
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID956

Total Monthly Price
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953

6110 N Albany Ave

6316 N Artesian Ave

5204 N Ludlam Ave, Unit G

6300 N Oakley Ave, Unit 3
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Skokie, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Skokie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skokie 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,338 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
| Skokie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,251 | $1,900 | $6,500 |
| Skokie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,748 | $2,800 | $9,900 |
| Skokie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,065 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Skokie 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Skokie 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Skokie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Skokie, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2730 Hampton Parkway in the Evanston neighborhood priced from $1,100. Garden House Apartments in the Skokie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Skokie apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Garden House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 722 Clark St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 309-311 Sherman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 820 Reba | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 828 Seward St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Park Terrace | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 4800 Carol Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skokie, IL
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skokie area is the $1.14 price per square foot 5025 Carol St Model at 5025 Carol St, Unit Top floor in the in the Skokie neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Skokie apartment is the 1031 Wesley Ave Model at 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skokie apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5025 Carol St, Unit Top floor | 5025 Carol St | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 | 1031 Wesley Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 | 6441 N Francisco Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 4800 Carol Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 6110 N Mozart St, Unit 0 | 6110 N Mozart St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| 6037 N Mozart St, Unit 3 | 6037 N Mozart St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 7251 N Bell Ave, Unit 3 | 7251 N Bell Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| GS Birchwood Flats | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 5737 N Elston Ave, Unit 1 | 5737 N Elston Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Skokie
What type of rentals are currently available in Skokie?
There are currently 1352 Apartments for Rent in Skokie, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $10,542. There are also 345 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Skokie ranging from $1,100 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Skokie?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Skokie ranges from $1,100 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,821.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Skokie?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Skokie range from $1,700 to $10,090, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.
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