Wilmette, Illinois.
Nestled between the Windy City and Lake Michigan, you will find the village of Wilmette, Illinois
Wilmette Apartment Renter's Guide
Wilmette Apartment Renter's Guide
Overview
Population: 27,089
Population Density: 5,014.9 people/sq mile
What locals are saying
Wilmette, Illinois.
Nestled between the Windy City and Lake Michigan, you will find the village of Wilmette, Illinois. The village is filled with rich history and modern day culture. It also possesses a rustic natural beauty and both old and new architectural buildings to marvel at. Newcomers can find both apartments and rental homes at affordable prices, but be prepared to do your research. All in all, Wilmette is a great place to call home after a hard day at work. Relax on the beach, Wilmette is also the place to be for apple picking in one of the nearby orchards. Wilmette is the only town in the area with a harbor for sea-loving residents.
Neighborhoods
Wilmette is a beautiful community with distinguished neighborhoods. Here are a few of the more popular areas.
Downtown Area: Downtown Wilmette features a few apartment communities for the urban lover. The Hillcrest apartment community features affordable rents, indoor entrances, and studio to two bedroom units. They have basic amenities such as air conditioning and cable. They are clean, and the rents are affordable for the area. If you look closely, you can find studio through two bedroom apartments for rent downtown located above many of the retail shops. These apartments may not have swimming pools and fitness centers at your disposal, but the rents are very appealing! Wilmette Town Apartments are in the center of town and are similar to the Hillcrest.
North Shore: Several apartment communities decorate the landscape of the Northshore area of Wilmette.
Living in Wilmette
Wilmette has almost no vacant land to build new apartments or homes. What is built is usually on land that was previously occupied by a single residence home. Apartments are harder to find, but condominiums are a bit more plentiful. Try areas like No Mans Land (also called Plaza del Lago), which has several high rise condominiums. You can also look into East and West Wilmette and a neighborhood commonly known as "the Cage."
Wilmette Crime
Overall Crime
Below Average
Overall crime in Wilmette is below average in comparison to the national average.
Violent Crime
Low
The level of violent crime in Wilmette is low compared to the national average violent crime rate.
Property Crime
Below Average
The level of property crime in Wilmette is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.
Top Schools in Wilmette
Elementary Schools
10 /10
Central Elementary School
PublicK-4
PublicK-4459 Students
8 Reviews
459Students
8 Reviews
9 /10
Romona Elementary School
PublicPK-4
PublicPK-4551 Students
6 Reviews
551Students
6 Reviews
8 /10
Mckenzie Elementary School
PublicK-4
PublicK-4446 Students
22 Reviews
446Students
22 Reviews
Middle Schools
9 /10
Marie Murphy School
Public6-8
Public6-8284 Students
9 Reviews
284Students
9 Reviews
8 /10
Highcrest Middle School
Public5-6
Public5-6853 Students
6 Reviews
853Students
6 Reviews
7 /10
Wilmette Junior High School
Public7-8
Public7-8887 Students
13 Reviews
887Students
13 Reviews
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Check out 260 verified apartments for rent in Wilmette, IL. Prices shown are base rent prices and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
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The Residences of Wilmette
617 Green Bay Rd, Wilmette IL 60091 (224) 537-0439
$4,070+
Rent Savings
7 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage + more
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511 Skokie Blvd
511 Skokie Boulevard, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 630-9581
$5,000
1 unit available
3 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Carport + more
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1428 Wilmette Avenue
1428 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091 (773) 281-1000
$3,650
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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304 Hibbard Road
304 Hibbard Road, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 737-7155
$3,250
1 unit available
4 bed
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Microwave + more
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1042 Greenwood Avenue
1042 Greenwood Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 869-7300
$10,500
1 unit available
5 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Walk in closets, and Fireplace
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1514 Gregory Avenue
1514 Gregory Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091 (773) 466-7150
$4,000
1 unit available
2 bed
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
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601 Green Bay Road
601 Green Bay Road, Wilmette IL 60091 (312) 733-7201
$2,595
1 unit available
1 bed
In unit laundry, Parking, Air conditioning, Hot tub, Extra storage, and Key fob access
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520 Karey Court
520 Karey Court, Wilmette IL 60091 (224) 235-4336
$3,450
1 unit available
4 bed
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Extra storage, Range, and Refrigerator
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932 Harvard Lane
932 Harvard Lane, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 657-9100
$3,700
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
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2212 THORNWOOD Avenue
2212 Thornwood Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 510-5000
$4,750
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Fireplace, and Range
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3116 Wilmette Avenue
3116 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette IL 60091 (847) 869-7300
$3,850
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
Results within 1 mile of Wilmette
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Optima Old Orchard Woods
9739 Woods Drive, Skokie IL 60077 (847) 232-6257
$2,240+
10 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Central Station
1720 Central Street, Evanston IL 60201 (918) 302-2260
$2,734+
Rent Savings
5 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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2500 Green Bay
2500 Green Bay Road, Evanston IL 60201 (224) 204-0793
$3,395
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Garage, Stainless steel + more
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For Lease ~ Incredible 5 Bed Landmark Home in Evanston!
2236 Ridge Avenue, Evanston IL 60201 (847) 302-2644
$6,000
1 unit available
5 bed
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Gym, Pool + more
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2764 Hampton Parkway
2764 Hampton Parkway, Evanston IL 60201 (312) 216-2422
$1,575
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Parking, and Gym
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2404 Ridge Avenue
2404 Ridge Avenue, Evanston IL 60201 (312) 265-8000
$5,700
1 unit available
1 bed • 4 bed • 5 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more
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2517 Central Street
2517 Central Street, Evanston IL 60201 (847) 510-5000
$5,995
1 unit available
2 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Microwave + more
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740 Juniper Road
740 Juniper Road, Glenview IL 60025 (773) 465-4200
$4,200
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Microwave + more
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339 Taft Court
339 Taft Court, Glenview IL 60025 (847) 295-0800
$6,970
1 unit available
5 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Stainless steel + more
Results within 5 miles of Wilmette
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The Glen View
2600 Golf Road, Glenview IL 60025 (847) 979-9321
$1,680+
Rent Savings
4 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking + more
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AMLI Evanston
737 Chicago Avenue, Evanston IL 60202 (847) 278-0613
$2,107+
20 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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The Elaine
1000 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook IL 60062 (847) 665-1090
$2,300+
14 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
Golf room, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Apartment Rentals in Wilmette start at $2,250/month.
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