
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mettawa, IL from $1,800 (14 Rentals)
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350 Brainerd Ave

440 Green Bay Rd

696 Elm Pl

1348 Orleans Dr

240 N Archer Ave

2 Parkside Ct, Unit 9

481 Tyler Ct

152 E Winchester Rd

300 Farmingdale Cir

1325 Orleans Dr

1240 Bradwell Ln

1146 Courtland Dr

642 Gray Ct
Mettawa, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mettawa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mettawa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,387 | $1,500 | $3,900 |
Mettawa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,526 | $2,300 | $7,800 |
Mettawa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,585 | $3,200 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Mettawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mettawa, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks Of Vernon Hills in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,935. Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mettawa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,935 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio,1BA | $2,109 |
Eleven5 Lake | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mettawa area is the $2.69 price per square foot Q Model at The Residences at Amberley Woods in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $7,000. The second greatest value Mettawa apartment is the Garland - Townhome Model at The Oaks Of Vernon Hills starting at $3,708 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mettawa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Residences at Amberley Woods | Q | 3BR,3BA | $2.69 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Garland - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.56 |
The Atworth at Mellody Farm | D2D | 3BR,2BA | $2.53 |
The MilTon Luxury Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.68 |
The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Eleven5 Lake | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mettawa
What type of rentals are currently available in Mettawa?
There are currently 34 Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,242 to $16,077. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mettawa ranging from $1,500 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mettawa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mettawa ranges from $1,500 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,157.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.