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3513 Lake Building

The Residences at Plaza Del Lago

2730 Hampton Parkway

918 Green Bay, Unit J3

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3J

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

4851 Greenleaf St

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2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID521

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 918 Green Bay Rd
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918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3B

1454 Oak Ave, Unit G

1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-G

1576 Oak

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

918 Green Bay, Unit C4

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3C

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 918 Green Bay Rd

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit #3C

915 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3C
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918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 2F

Chestnut Court Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments

1454 Oak Ave, Unit 1454 Oak St

1609-1609 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1

Garden House Apartments

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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit B4

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 605

Lotus Gardens Apartments
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733 Elm, Unit 103

730 Elm St, Unit 301

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit E4

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3E

1312 Oak Ave, Unit i1

1937 Central St

1566 Dewey Ave

4949 Church St, Unit 306

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Old Orchard Residences

829 Foster St.
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1575 Oak

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 102

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1939 Central St, Unit c

9103 Lamon Ave, Unit 1

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 307

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 3E

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911 Green Bay Rd, Unit J09P

918 Green Bay, Unit L2

916 Green Bay Rd, Unit 918-2L

1025 Dempster St, Unit 1031-E3
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wilmette Studio Apartments | $2,439 | $1,575 | $3,098 |
| Cheap Wilmette 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $1,200 | $3,772 |
| Cheap Wilmette 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Wilmette 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,906 | $2,200 | $6,695 |
| Cheap Wilmette 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $2,295 | $7,521 |
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Cheapest Available Wilmette Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmette, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2730 Hampton Parkway in the Evanston neighborhood priced from $1,200. 1703-13 Ridge Ave. in the Evanston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmette apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1576 Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Chestnut Court Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,619 |
| Garden House Apartments | 1 Bed F, G, H, and I | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
| Lotus Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1575 Oak | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmette, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilmette area is the $1.88 price per square foot 1411 Emerson St Model at 1411 Emerson St in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Wilmette apartment is the 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom Model at 1615-25 Ridge Ave. starting at $2,795 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Evanston 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1411 Emerson St | 1411 Emerson St | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 | 244 Eaton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| 9120 Lawler Ave, Unit 2 | 9120 Lawler Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| 2031 Church St, Unit #2 | 2031 Church St | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 1410 Chicago | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 2200-10 Sherman Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 1939 Central St, Unit c | 1939 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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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 1576 Oak listed at $1,575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmette Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmette Apartment is $1,200 at 2730 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 $1,400 at 2730 Hampton Parkway.
What is the most affordable Wilmette Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wilmette Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1703-13 Ridge Ave. and starts from $2,450.
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