Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arlington Heights, IL from $1,350 (125 Rentals)

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property at 2210 S Goebbert Rd
$1,550

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Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2210 S Goebbert Rd, Unit 431

2210 S Goebbert Rd
Arlington HeightsIL60005

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Brook Run
$1,815 - $4,266

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Base Rent$1,815 - $4,266

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Brook Run

2734 N Buffalo Grove RdArlington Heights, IL 60004
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property at 1415 E Central Rd
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1415 E Central Rd, Unit Dana Point

1415 E Central Rd
Arlington HeightsIL60005
property at 110 N Lincoln Ln
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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110 N Lincoln Ln, Unit 2C

110 N Lincoln Ln
Arlington HeightsIL60004
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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
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

919 S McKinley Ave

919 S McKinley AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Salem Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Lane Apartments

211-333 N Kaspar AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Dryden Apartments
1 to 2 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
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Hawthorne Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

1110-1112 W Hawthorne StArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Euclid Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Euclid Place

501 W Euclid AveArlington Heights, IL 60004
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property at 205 W Miner St
$1,795 - $2,100
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205 W Miner St

Arlington HeightsIL60005
property at 4208 Bonhill Dr
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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4208 Bonhill Dr, Unit 2C

4208 Bonhill Dr
Arlington HeightsIL60004
property at 1415 E Central Rd
$1,850 - $2,200
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1415 E Central Rd

Arlington HeightsIL60005
property at 1975 N Hicks Rd
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
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1975 N Hicks Rd, Unit 206

1975 N Hicks Rd
PalatineIL60074

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Orion Prospect
$1,359 - $3,387

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Base Rent$1,359 - $3,387

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Orion Prospect

475 W Enterprise DrMount Prospect, IL 60056
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property at 1813 Hemlock Plz
$1,450

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Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1813 Hemlock Plz, Unit 208

1813 Hemlock Plz
SchaumburgIL60173

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arlington Heights, IL

Pricing Updated: 09/08/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Arlington Heights, IL area range in price from $1,785 to $2,950 with an overall median price of $2,263. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arlington Heights Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Arlington Heights$2,263$1,78529

Cheapest Available Arlington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington Heights, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Orion Prospect in the Bristol Park neighborhood priced from $1,359. Fieldpointe of Schaumburg in the Far Northwest Suburban Cook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orion ProspectKenwood1BR,1BA$1,359
Fieldpointe of SchaumburgWillow (S)Studio,1BA$1,390
The Element1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Select LTD1BR,1BA$1,395
The Eclipse at 1450Willow1BR,1BA$1,400
Residences at Arlington HeightsThe Woodfield1BR,1BA$1,418
Plum GroveTwo Room StudioStudio,1BA$1,475
ReNew Lake Arlington1x1A1BR,1BA$1,539
Orion ParkViewMonroe1BR,1BA$1,545

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington Heights, IL

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington Heights area is the $1.87 price per square foot D1 - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Albion on Lake Cook in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,511. The second greatest value Arlington Heights apartment is the 2BD/1BA Model at 214-222 S Pine Ave starting at $1,795 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Albion on Lake CookD1 - 3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.87
214-222 S Pine Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.80
1525 Norway Ln, Unit 1B1525 Norway Ln2BR,1BA$1.65
1305 E Turtle Creek Cir, Unit #E1305 E Turtle Creek Cir2BR,1BA$1.85
911 E Miner St, Unit 9911 E Miner St2BR,1BA$1.85
The Preserve at WoodfieldArbor2BR,1BA$1.71
Circle Hill Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
Mallard LakeGeneva1BR,1BA$1.96
1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 51214 E Northwest Hwy2BR,1BA$1.88
930 E Shady Way, Unit 9930 E Shady Way1BR,1BA$1.85

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Arlington Heights Overview

Arlington Heights is conveniently located, making it easy for residents to enjoy nearby parks but work in the city of Chicago. It became more settled once the train station was built, and it continues to be a hub for travelers to and from Chicago. The weather gets cold and snowy in the winter, with hot summers. It's possible to live in the area without owning a car. The bike path network is extensive in the area. For those that love all four seasons, this is a great place to call home. 

Why live in Arlington Heights, IL?

People choose to live in apartments in Arlington Heights because it is convenient, affordable, and close to the city of Chicago. There are plenty of things to do in Arlington Heights, and the area is accessible by foot and bike. You don't need a car, and you can spend time in a variety of local parks. From skiing to hiking, and more, there are recreational opportunities throughout the year.

Arlington Heights, IL
Population: 75,249

Ranked #471

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington Heights is at Fieldpointe of Schaumburg listed at $1,390.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Heights Apartment is $1,359 at Orion Prospect.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlington Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington Heights is starting from $1,570 at The Element.

What is the most affordable Arlington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arlington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Residences at Arlington Heights and starts from $2,160.

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