
Cheap Homes for Rent in Berkeley, IL from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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1600 N 17th Ave

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Berkeley, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,744 | $1,250 | $2,300 |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,496 | $1,800 | $6,450 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,198 | $3,000 | $6,890 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Elm Creek Apartments | Butterfield | 1BR,1BA | $1,784 |
Vyne on Haven | STUDIO - E | Studio,1BA | $2,037 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $1.90 price per square foot Maple Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $5,703. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 3 BED - A Model at Vyne on Haven starting at $5,475 with a $3.72 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eldridge Townhomes | Maple | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.90 |
Vyne on Haven | 3 BED - A | 3BR,2BA | $3.72 |
1125 Bohland Ave, Unit 1 | 1125 Bohland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Elmhurst 255 | J1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
Elm Creek Apartments | Butterfield | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
The Fynn | A2.2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
The Marke | AA3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Berkeley
What type of rentals are currently available in Berkeley?
There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL with pricing that ranges from $950 to $6,085. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Berkeley ranging from $1,250 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 $1,250 to $6,890 with an average monthly rent of $2,595.
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 $2,300 to $6,085, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $6,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,749.
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