Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL from $800 (57 Rentals)

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3513 Lake Building
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3513 Lake Building

3513 Lake AveWilmette, IL 60091
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The Oak Crest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oak Crest

1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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722 Clark St
Studio Apartments

722 Clark St

722 Clark StEvanston, IL 60201
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1400-06 Central St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1400-06 Central St.

1400-1406 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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916-920 Green Bay Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

916-920 Green Bay Rd

916-920 Green Bay RdWinnetka, IL 60093
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1416 Central Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1416 Central Ave

1416-1422 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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The Stewart
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stewart

1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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4800 Carol Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4800 Carol Apartments

4800 Carol StSkokie, IL 60077
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1630 Central St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630 Central St

1630 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago

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1575 Oak
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1575 Oak

1575 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1303 Maple
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Maple

1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1410 Chicago
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Chicago

1410 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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Crain Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crain Apartments

4901 CrainSkokie, IL 60077
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617 Grove
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

617 Grove

617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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1334 Woodview Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

1334 Woodview Ln

1334 Woodview LnGlenview, IL 60025
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Grove Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Estates

4602 Grove StSkokie, IL 60076
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1923 W Willow RD
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1923 W Willow RD

1923 W Willow RdNorthfield, IL 60093
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2210-22 Maple Ave.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2210-22 Maple Ave.

2210-2222 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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Cagan Skokie Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cagan Skokie Apartments

4921 W Crain StSkokie, IL 60077
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4909 Church
1 Bedroom Apartments

4909 Church

4909 ChurchSkokie, IL 60077
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Wilmette, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wilmette Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmette, IL is a Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties in the Northwestern neighborhood priced from $1,145. 4800 Carol Apartments in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmette apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
4800 Carol Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,175
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in Evanston!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
1500 Chicago AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Chestnut Court ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$1,600
Garden House1 Bed F, G, H, and I1BR,1BA$1,630

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilmette area is the $0.30 price per square foot 1117 Foster St Model at 1117 Foster St in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Wilmette apartment is the 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom Model at 1615-25 Ridge Ave. starting at $3,095 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Northwestern neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmette apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1117 Foster St1117 Foster St6BR,3BA$0.30
1615-25 Ridge Ave.4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.48
244 Eaton St, Unit 1244 Eaton St1BR,1BA$1.33
2030 Greenwood St2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.21
4800 Carol Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15
9138 Kilpatrick Ave9138 Kilpatrick Ave2BR,1BA$1.60
1512-1522 Central St2 BR 1.5 BR2BR,1.5BA$1.83
897 Green Bay Rd, Unit 20897 Green Bay Rd1BR,1BA$2.12
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in Evanston!2/1.02BR,1BA$2.11
1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 11726 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$2.14

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilmette Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilmette?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilmette is at Evanston Neighborhood Properties listed at $1,145.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmette Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmette Apartment is $1,175 at 4800 Carol Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilmette Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilmette is starting from $1,400 at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in Evanston!.

What is the most affordable Wilmette Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wilmette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Grove Apartments and starts from $2,935.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!