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Algonquin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Algonquin, IL

Pricing Updated: 11/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Algonquin, IL area range in price from $1,185 to $15,516 with an overall median price of $9,783. The three Algonquin neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Square Barn Road School Campus at $1,575, Arrowhead at $1,668, and High Hill Farms at $1,668. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Algonquin Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Square Barn Road School Campus$1,900$1,5759
Arrowhead$2,675$1,66829
High Hill Farms$3,050$1,66823
Creek's Crossing$9,183$1,18527
Willoughby Farms$9,183$1,40020
Alta Vista$15,516$1,1857
Gaslight Terrace North$15,516$1,18514
Grand Reserve$15,516$1,66812
Waterford of Algonquin$15,516$1,18510

Cheapest Available Algonquin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Algonquin, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Blackhawk Apartment Homes in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood priced from $1,385. 200 S Lincoln in the Waterford of Algonquin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Algonquin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 723 sqft1BR,1BA$1,385
200 S Lincoln1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,400
Eden Prairie Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath A Level 32BR,1BA$1,500
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1,550
Crystal Lake Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,635
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1,700
Darlington Court Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,735
Algonquin Square Apartment HomesThe Cornish1BR,1BA$1,774
Residence of Fairway GreensCB121.5 Two Bed One and One half bath2BR,1BA$1,812
Randall VillageThe Chagall1BR,1BA$1,815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Algonquin, IL

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Algonquin area is the $1.31 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at Princeton West Townhomes in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Algonquin apartment is the TH-A Model at Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments starting at $3,075 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Park Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Algonquin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Princeton West TownhomesFour Bedroom4BR,5BA$1.31
Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and ApartmentsTH-A2BR,2.5BA$1.83
Redwood Crystal LakeHaydenwood Sunroom2BR,2BA$1.76
Conservancy at GilbertsRavello3BR,2BA$1.97
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1.42
Residence of Fairway GreensFGB2 Two Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.82
Darlington Court Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.71
Skyridge Club ApartmentsSkylark2BR,2BA$1.97
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR,1BA$1.75
Eden Prairie Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath A Renovated Level 32BR,1BA$1.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Algonquin

What type of rentals are currently available in Algonquin?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Algonquin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $15,516. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Algonquin ranging from $1,550 to $5,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Algonquin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Algonquin ranges from $1,550 to $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,275.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Algonquin?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Algonquin range from $1,500 to $15,516, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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