
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Winthrop Harbor, IL from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Sheridan Place Apartments

1803 12th St

Winthrop Apartments

Horizon Village

Carmel House

Country Chalet Apartments
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Woodstone Village Apartments

Franklin Street

2320 20th St

Gabriel Apartments

3100-3108 23rd St

2233 Galilee Ave

1709 Joppa
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2600 Gabriel Ave

2901-2095 Elisha Ave

2225 Galilee Ave

2717 Galilee Ave

11400 47th Ave

2718 Gabriel Ave

2330-2336 Gabriel Ave
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2305 Salem Blvd

1736 21st St

2905 31st St

Wildflower on 27th

Forest Glen

2325 Lewis Ave

2703-2711 Galilee Ave
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2624 Gabriel Ave

Rolling Hills Apartments

West Wind Village
Winthrop Harbor, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Winthrop Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winthrop Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $1,085 | $1,532 |
| Winthrop Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $1,200 | $1,470 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Winthrop Harbor, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Winthrop Harbor, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Winthrop Harbor Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shore Acres | $1,385 | $1,085 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Winthrop Harbor Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Winthrop Harbor, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodstone Village Apartments in the Cypress Park neighborhood priced from $1,200. Country Chalet Apartments in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Winthrop Harbor apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Winthrop Harbor, IL and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Winthrop Harbor area is the $1.69 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated Model at Country Chalet Apartments in the in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Winthrop Harbor apartment is the 1x1 695 Model at Woodstone Village Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Cypress Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Winthrop Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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The cheapest apartment in Winthrop Harbor is Woodstone Village Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Winthrop Harbor costs $1,385.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.