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1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 206

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 206

7333 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 111

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 207

1421 W Farwell Ave

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 305

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 209

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 309

7518 N Hoyne Ave
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5260 W Foster Ave, Unit Garden

1421 W Farwell Ave, Unit 207

4641 N Paulina St, Unit 103

9124 La Crosse Ave

432 Elmwood Ave

6326 N Artesian, Unit R4

426 Elmwood Ave

7322 N Ridge Ave, Unit 7322 North Ridge Avenue

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-K3
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7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 24-3E

7560 N Waukegan Rd

2145 W Chase Ave, Unit 2

2143 W Chase Ave, Unit 1

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2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID521

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3

7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 28-1W

7320 N Ridge Blvd, Unit 26-1W

909 Elmwood Ave, Unit O3

1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-G
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6545 N Francisco Ave

6551 N Francisco Ave

7019 N Ridge Blvd

2002 W Jarvis Ave

1921 W Estes Ave, Unit 1N

837 Mulford St

2350 W Touhy Ave, Unit 3I

2348 W Touhy Ave, Unit 2H

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 07-D1

2342 W Touhy Ave, Unit 50-3I
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2342 W Touhy Ave, Unit 48-2H

2331 W Arthur Ave, Unit 2E

6316 N Artesian Ave

6727 N California Ave, Unit W2

6727 N California Ave, Unit 1W

810 Seward St, Unit 101

2754 W North Shore Ave, Unit NG

6705 N California Ave, Unit 54-GN

810 Seward St, Unit 810 Seward St

Total Monthly Price
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953
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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 | $2,329 | $1,450 | $5,500 |
| Skokie 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,276 | $1,950 | $6,750 |
| Skokie 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,899 | $3,450 | $8,900 |
| Skokie 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,718 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
| Skokie 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,000 | $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 $1,200. 722 Clark St. in the Northwestern neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. 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 | $1,200 |
| 722 Clark St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1575 Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 2545 W Fitch | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| 820 Reba | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skokie, IL
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skokie area is the $1.23 price per square foot 5822 N Spaulding Ave Model at 5822 N Spaulding Ave, Unit Apartments for rent in the in the North Park neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Skokie apartment is the 6441 N Francisco Ave Model at 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the West Ridge 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5822 N Spaulding Ave, Unit Apartments for rent | 5822 N Spaulding Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 | 6441 N Francisco Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 2141 W Arthur Ave, Unit 3 | 2141 W Arthur Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 2141 W Arthur Ave, Unit 3 | 2141 W Arthur Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 9113 Lawler Ave, Unit 2 | 9113 Lawler Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 5620 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1 | 5620 N Marmora Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 701 Oakton St, Unit 5 | 701 Oakton St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| 7401 N Damen Ave | 7401 N Damen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1962 W Fargo Ave, Unit 1 | 1962 W Fargo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 732 Reba Pl, Unit C2 | 732 Reba Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Skokie, ILPopulation: 63,280
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Frequently Asked Questions about Skokie
What type of rentals are currently available in Skokie?
There are currently 1382 Apartments for Rent in Skokie, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $13,666. There are also 369 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Skokie ranging from $1,100 to $18,000.
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 $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,434.
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 $1,895 to $13,666, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,295.
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