Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL from $900 (75 Rentals)
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307 Ridge Rd, Unit Upper level

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

1400 Chicago Ave

2762 Hampton Pkwy

2762 Hampton Pkwy
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1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 1

Old Orchard Residences
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2752 Hampton Pkwy

8923 Lavergne Ave, Unit 2S

1925 Grey Ave
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1334 Woodview Ln, Unit 2E

10117 Old Orchard Ct
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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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Cheap Wilmette Studio Apartments | $2,731 | $1,145 | $4,738 |
Cheap Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,320 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Wilmette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,507 | $1,100 | $6,785 |
Cheap Wilmette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,458 | $2,100 | $7,355 |
Cheap Wilmette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,628 | $4,326 | $7,250 |
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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. Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway in the Northwestern neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmette apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway | 1/1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
1627-45 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Garden House | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
Lotus Garden | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilmette area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at The Lofts & Residences in the in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Wilmette apartment is the 1802 Hovland Ct Model at 1802 Hovland Ct, Unit 1 starting at $2,895 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Central Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmette apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Lofts & Residences | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
1802 Hovland Ct, Unit 1 | 1802 Hovland Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
2504 Green Bay Rd, Unit 202 | 2504 Green Bay Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
1452 Oak Ave, Unit 11-03 | 1452 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
1452 Oak Ave, Unit 11-3 | 1452 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
8923 Lavergne Ave, Unit 2S | 8923 Lavergne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
1627-45 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
1033 Dempster St, Unit E3 | 1033 Dempster St | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
8933 Ewing Ave, Unit 1 | 8933 Ewing Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway | 1/1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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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 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 $1,495 at Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway.
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 $1,595 at 1627-45 Ridge Ave..
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 $2,968.
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