
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Algonquin, IL from $570 (46 Rentals)
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Algonquin Square Apartment Homes

10 Arrowhead Dr

Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community

1343 Cunat Ct, Unit 3D

Fox River Crossing

Meadowdale Apartments

Hunter Ridge Apartments

The Church Street Apartments
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Darlington Court Apartments

Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community

Springs at Three Oaks

Wing Park Residence

311 Barrington Ave Lofts
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Crystal Lake Apartments

Blackhawk Apartment Homes

Highland Springs

2123 Hillside Ter, Unit 2

Brandy Drive Apartments

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Reserve Randall Road

1353 Cunat Ct

Skyridge Club Apartments

Randall Village
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Watermark at The Grove

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Residence of Fairway Greens

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Water's Edge

Villages At Canterfield

103 Capella Ct

923 Greenwood Ave

The Residences of Lake in the Hills Senior 55

39 Surrey Dr
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Elgin Tower Lofts

1363 Cunat Ct

352 College St

Woodcreek

219 Uteg St

187 Uteg St

2307 Silverstone Dr

10553 Haverhill Ln

2273 Flagstone Ln
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930 Mesa Dr
Algonquin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Algonquin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Algonquin Studio Apartments | $1,733 | $1,444 | $2,007 |
| Cheap Algonquin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $570 | $3,620 |
| Cheap Algonquin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,372 | $4,080 |
| Cheap Algonquin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,500 | $4,550 |
| Cheap Algonquin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,056 | $3,400 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Algonquin, IL
Pricing Updated: 08/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Algonquin, IL area range in price from $570 to $4,600 with an overall median price of $2,196. The three Algonquin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Waterford of Algonquin at $1,560, Creek's Crossing at $1,791, and Alta Vista at $1,940. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Algonquin Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford of Algonquin | $1,560 | $1,235 | 24 |
| Creek's Crossing | $1,791 | $1,235 | 36 |
| Alta Vista | $1,940 | $570 | 8 |
| Gaslight Terrace North | $1,965 | $570 | 11 |
| Arrowhead | $1,994 | $570 | 25 |
| High Hill Farms | $2,012 | $1,516 | 17 |
| Willoughby Farms | $2,233 | $1,400 | 12 |
| Square Barn Road School Campus | $2,575 | $1,400 | 66 |
| Grand Reserve | $2,805 | $1,855 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Algonquin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Algonquin, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community in the Arrowhead neighborhood priced from $570. Meadowdale Apartments in the Waterford of Algonquin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Algonquin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community | 1 Bedroom - 30-60% | 1BR,1BA | $570 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| 200 S Lincoln | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Eden Prairie Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,477 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,516 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Algonquin, IL
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Algonquin area is the $1.88 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Algonquin apartment is the Champion Single Wide Model at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the East Suburban McHenry neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Algonquin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | B4- Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Residence of Fairway Greens | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community | 2 Bedroom - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 2123 Hillside Ter, Unit 2 | 2123 Hillside Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Eden Prairie Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Best Local Schools in Algonquin, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Algonquin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Algonquin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Algonquin is at Springs at Three Oaks listed at $1,516.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Algonquin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Algonquin Apartment is $570 at Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Algonquin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Algonquin is starting from $1,445 at Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community.
What is the most affordable Algonquin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Algonquin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community and starts from $1,500.
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