
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL (167 Rentals)

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Wilmette, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilmette?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wilmette Studio Apartments | $2,419 | $1,145 | $4,151 |
Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,370 | $10,000+ |
Wilmette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,912 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Wilmette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,857 | $1,900 | $8,121 |
Wilmette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,597 | $2,650 | $6,800 |
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Largest Available Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmette, IL is found at The Lofts & Residences in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood and is 1,550 square feet priced from $2,748. Evanston Place in the Northwestern neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 958 square feet and currently listed start at $2,728. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilmette:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Lofts & Residences | 1,550 Sq Ft | $2,748 | |
Evanston Place | The Winnetka | 958 Sq Ft | $2,728 |
Optima Old Orchard Woods | A3 | 957 Sq Ft | $2,490 |
The Reserve at Evanston | 1x1 | 645 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Cheapest Available Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmette, IL is the 1/1.0 Model starting from $1,495 at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in the Northwestern neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmette 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed F, G, H, and I Model at Garden House starting at $1,630 in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wilmette is currently $2,759. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilmette:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway | 1/1.0 | $1,495 |
Garden House | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | $1,630 |
Lotus Garden | 1 Bedroom | $1,650 |
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Getting Around Wilmette, IL
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmette with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilmette is at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway listed at $1,495.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmette is $2,759.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmette Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmette is a 1,550 square feet unit starting from $2,748 at The Lofts & Residences.
What is the average size for Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmette is currently 548 sq ft.
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