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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL from $700 (6 Rentals)
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231 Uteg St
Crystal LakeIL60014
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The Residences of Lake in the Hills Senior 55
2601 Village Hall DrLake In The Hills, IL 60156
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4305 W Shamrock Ln
McHenryIL60050
1303 Cunat Ct
Lake In The HillsIL60156
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Crystal Lake, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $1,606 | $1,596 | $1,616 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $1,400 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,681 | $3,442 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,500 | $3,380 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,777 | $2,449 | $3,185 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal Lake, IL
Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Vista North Shore | $2,449 | $2,350 | 1 |
| Four Colonies East | $3,000 | $1,400 | 10 |
| East Suburban McHenry | $3,029 | $1,000 | 94 |
| Park Place | $3,029 | $1,400 | 75 |
Cheapest Available Crystal Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Crystal Lake, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Church Street Apartments in the Park Place neighborhood priced from $1,400. Springs at Three Oaks in the Park Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,596. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,596 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.81 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the in the Park Place neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Church Street Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Park Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Skyridge Club Apartments | Pinnacle II | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Residence of Fairway Greens | CB121.5 Two Bedroom/one and half bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Water's Edge | The Grove | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal Lake is The Church Street Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Crystal Lake costs $2,876.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crystal Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Crystal Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Crystal Lake?
Cheap apartments in Crystal Lake have an average cost of $187 which is $2,689 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Lake.
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