Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL from $800 (27 Rentals)

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Victoria Hills
1 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Hills

1854 S Phillip DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Mansard Lane Apartments
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Mansard Lane Apartments

1713-1725 W Mansard LnMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Windsor Courts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Courts

519 Dempster StMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Brownstone Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brownstone Court

1474-1484 S Brownstone CtMount Prospect, IL 60056
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637 W Pickwick Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

637 W Pickwick Ct

637 W Pickwick CtMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Rivertrail Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivertrail Apartments

515-519 S Milwaukee AveWheeling, IL 60090
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Des Plaines Apartments
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Des Plaines Apartments

510-570 E Seegers RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Shady Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shady Way

920 E Shady WayArlington Heights, IL 60005
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919 S McKinley Ave
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919 S McKinley Ave

919 S McKinley AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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1376 Brown
1 Bedroom Apartments

1376 Brown

1376-1384 Brown StDes Plaines, IL 60016
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214-222 S Pine Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

214-222 S Pine Ave

214-222 S Pine AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Dryden Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dryden Apartments

1 N Dryden PlArlington Heights, IL 60004
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315 SALEM LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

315 SALEM LLC

315 N Salem AveArlington Heights, IL 60005

Mount Prospect, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Mount Prospect Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Prospect, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Des Plaines South in the Lions Park neighborhood priced from $1,295. Briarwood Terrace Apartments in the North Northfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Prospect apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ReNew Des Plaines SouthDes Plaines South - Efficiency 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Briarwood Terrace ApartmentsNorthpoint 1 w/ Balcony1BR,1BA$1,425
Ashton Arlington Heights1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,443
The ElementCedar1BR,1BA$1,489
16 W Busse Aveunit 41BR,1BA$1,495
Orion ParkViewMonroe1BR,1BA$1,507
ReNew Des Plaines NorthDes Plaines North - 1x11BR,1BA$1,510
Residences at Arlington HeightsThe Meadow1BR,1BA$1,544
Huntington Square1A1BR,1BA$1,550
Orion ProspectKenwood1BR,1BA$1,563

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Prospect area is the $1.89 price per square foot 65 Dover Dr Model at 65 Dover Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Norma neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Mount Prospect apartment is the 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at Piper Lane starting at $1,850 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Milwaukee Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Prospect apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
65 Dover Dr, Unit 265 Dover Dr3BR,1.5BA$1.89
Piper Lane2 BR/ 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.48
Orion Arlington LakesSheridan2BR,2BA$1.88
16 W Busse Aveunit 41BR,1BA$1.36
Circle Hill Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$1.78
The Eagles1x1 deluxe1BR,1BA$1.92
Ashton Arlington Heights1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.85
ReNew Des Plaines NorthDes Plaines North - 1x11BR,1BA$2.13
The ElementCedar1BR,1BA$1.93
Forest Cove Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A11BR,1BA$2.18

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Mount Prospect Overview

The city of Mount Prospect is a popular suburb of Chicago with a population of near 55,000 people. Many of those residents love the area's urban feel and the multiple entertainment options offered all throughout town. The community is made up of young professionals who are looking for a quality school system for their young children. Most choose to live in an apartment first in order to save money then purchase a home later. 

Why live in Mount Prospect, IL?

Mount Prospect is a suburb of Chicago that has a growing population each year. It offers residents an urban surburban lifestyle that has plenty of entertainment options in the downtown area. The school system offered is one of the best in the United States today as the majority of the students are award-winning recipients of educational competitions offered by the state of Illinois. This gives a children a remarkable avenue to continuing their education at a higher level. Plus, Mount Prospect is an ideal location to raise an active family as the area is home to multiple outdoor parks. 

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Getting Around Mount Prospect, IL

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Prospect Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Prospect Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Prospect Apartment is $1,295 at ReNew Des Plaines South.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Prospect is starting from $1,597 at The Element.

What is the most affordable Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ReNew Des Plaines North and starts from $2,120.

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