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Berkeley, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Berkeley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood priced from $950. Liberty Village in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$950
Liberty Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,302
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$1,695
Butterfield TowersModel F1BR,1BA$1,800
Elm Creek ApartmentsButterfield1BR,1BA$1,884

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL and Nearby

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $3.82 price per square foot 2 BED - C ADAPTABLE Model at Vyne on Haven in the in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood starting from $4,199. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the B1 Model at The Marke starting at $3,323 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vyne on Haven2 BED - C ADAPTABLE2BR,2BA$3.82
The MarkeB12BR,2BA$3.03
Elm Creek ApartmentsButterfield1BR,1BA$2.34
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$2.12
Elmhurst 255B Shower1BR,1BA$3.05
The FynnS3Studio ,1BA$3.33
Butterfield TowersModel F1BR,1BA$2.88
Liberty Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.15
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley

What type of rentals are currently available in Berkeley?

There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL with pricing that ranges from $865 to $6,648. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Berkeley ranging from $1,200 to $6,890.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Berkeley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Berkeley ranges from $1,200 to $6,890 with an average monthly rent of $2,499.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Berkeley?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Berkeley range from $2,700 to $6,085, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,849.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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