Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IL from $500 (24 Rentals)

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2816 RUDEEN CL
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2816 RUDEEN CL

2816 Rudeen CloseRockford, IL 61108
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Rochelle Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rochelle Manor

301 E Second AveRochelle, IL 61068
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711 Jones Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

711 Jones Rd

711 Jones RdRochelle, IL 61068
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2208 8th St

RockfordIL61104
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Carthage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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Hillcrest, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillcrest, IL is a Studio unit found at University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $699. The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$699
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
Willis Senior Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IL and Nearby

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.98 price per square foot Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 3 TH Model at Colonial Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Hampton RidgeTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.18
Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
Willis Senior Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1gu1BR,1BA$1.57
Great Oaks ApartmentsPrimrose at Great Oaks1BR,1BA$1.65
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

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14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is at University Heights Apartments listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $800 at Willis Senior Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $975 at Ashbury Court.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb and starts from $1,025.

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