
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mettawa, IL from $1,600 (8 Rentals)
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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 | $2,598 | $1,895 | $3,931 |
Mettawa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,004 | $2,200 | $7,800 |
Mettawa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,840 | $3,650 | $8,500 |
Mettawa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,900 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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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 Atworth at Mellody Farm in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $2,138. 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 $2,145. 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 Atworth at Mellody Farm | B1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,138 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of May 04, 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 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Eleven5 Lake starting at $3,745 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Central 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 |
Eleven5 Lake | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
The MilTon Luxury Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
The Atworth at Mellody Farm | B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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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 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mettawa ranging from $1,600 to $12,000.
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 $1,600 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,188.
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