
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gross Point Neighborhood of Wilmette, IL from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
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610 Ridge Rd

3513 Lake Building

422-444 Ridge Rd

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610 Ridge Rd

4949 Church St, Unit 306
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Old Orchard Residences

9103 Lamon Ave, Unit 1

2727 Central St

460 Winnetka Ave.

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244 Eaton St, Unit 1

894 Green Bay Rd, Unit 896A-09

3333 Church St, Unit 2
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9137 Lawler Ave, Unit Garden Floor

3333 Church St

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9120 Lawler Ave, Unit 2

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Optima Old Orchard Woods

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Skokie

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The Henry at Harms Woods

2722 Central St, Unit 4S
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2722 Central St, Unit 4S

2722 Central St, Unit 4S

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4934-44 Church Apartments

1923 W Willow RD

4909 Church

10111 Old Orchard Ct
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4840 Old Orchard Rd
Gross Point, Wilmette, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gross Point?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Point Studio Apartments | $2,242 | $1,995 | $2,489 |
| Gross Point 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,500 | $2,860 |
| Gross Point 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $1,750 | $3,590 |
| Gross Point 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,479 | $2,300 | $6,695 |
| Gross Point 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,371 | $7,321 | $7,521 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gross Point Neighborhood of Wilmette, IL.
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Cheapest Available Gross Point Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gross Point area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 460 Winnetka Ave. priced from $1,870. Optima Old Orchard Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,580. Here are the most affordable Gross Point apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 460 Winnetka Ave. | Winnetka - 1 bedroom 770 | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
| Optima Old Orchard Woods | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,580 |
| The Henry at Harms Woods | Walnut ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
| Trevian Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2BA | $4,037 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gross Point, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gross Point area is the $2.45 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Trevian Townhomes in the in the Gross Point neighborhood starting from $4,037. The second greatest value Gross Point apartment is the 244 Eaton St Model at 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Gross Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gross Point apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trevian Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.45 |
| 244 Eaton St, Unit 1 | 244 Eaton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 9120 Lawler Ave, Unit 2 | 9120 Lawler Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Optima Old Orchard Woods | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 2722 Central St, Unit 4S | 2722 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 9137 Lawler Ave, Unit Garden Floor | 9137 Lawler Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 460 Winnetka Ave. | Winnetka - 1 bedroom 770 | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| The Henry at Harms Woods | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| 601 Green Bay Rd | 601 Green Bay Rd | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| 738 Lavergne Ave, Unit H | 738 Lavergne Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $38.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Gross Point, Wilmette, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gross Point Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gross Point Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gross Point Apartment is $1,870 at 460 Winnetka Ave..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gross Point Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gross Point is starting from $3,030 at Optima Old Orchard Woods.
What is the most affordable Gross Point Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gross Point Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trevian Townhomes and starts from $4,037.
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