
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IL (37 Rentals)


City Hall Suites

University Plaza Apartments

Varsity Square Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

Pembrook Place Apartments

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

University Village Apartments

Colonial House

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

908 Greenbrier Rd

2513 Wesleyan Ave

1592 DeKalb Ave
Hillcrest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $764 | $569 | $1,400 |
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $635 | $1,710 |
Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $725 | $2,670 |
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $925 | $3,145 |
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $1,040 | $2,010 |
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Largest Available Hillcrest and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hillcrest, IL is found at Beacon Hill Apartments in the Rolling Green neighborhood and is 730 square feet priced from $1,037. Lincolnshire West in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 690 square feet and currently listed start at $1,035. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hillcrest:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | 730 Sq Ft | $1,037 |
Lincolnshire West | 1gu | 690 Sq Ft | $1,035 |
Willis Senior Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 633 Sq Ft | $1,017 |
University Heights Apartments | 1 T | 600 Sq Ft | $870 |
Varsity Square Apartments | Large Corner 1 Bedroom | 575 Sq Ft | $895 |
New Suburban Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 495 Sq Ft | $900 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 1 Bed | 0 Sq Ft | $895 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hillcrest, IL is the 1 Bedroom without dining room Model starting from $845 at Varsity Square Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Hillcrest 1 Bedroom is the 1 T Model at University Heights Apartments starting at $870 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hillcrest is currently $1,055. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hillcrest:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom without dining room | $845 |
University Heights Apartments | 1 T | $870 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Normal Road 1 Bed | $895 |
New Suburban Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $900 |
Willis Senior Lofts | 1 Bedroom | $1,017 |
Lincolnshire West | 1bu | $1,035 |
Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell | $1,037 |
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Walk Score®
14 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Hillcrest is at Varsity Square Apartments listed at $845.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is $1,055.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 730 square feet unit starting from $1,037 at Beacon Hill Apartments.
What is the average size for Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hillcrest is currently 140 sq ft.
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