Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Arlington Heights Neighborhood of Arlington Heights, IL from $1,300 (18 Rentals)

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Salem Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Lane Apartments

211 N Kaspar AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Metro Lofts
Studio Apartments

Metro Lofts

2-18 S Dunton AveArlington Heights, IL 60005

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Salem Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Lane Apartments

202-222 N Salem AveArlington Heights, IL 60005
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121 W Campbell St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

121 W Campbell St

121 W Campbell StArlington Heights, IL 60005
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Campbell Courte
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campbell Courte

200 W Campbell StArlington Heights, IL 60005
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12 E Northwest Hwy
Studio Apartments

12 E Northwest Hwy

12 E Northwest HwyArlington Heights, IL 60004

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314 W Miner St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

314 W Miner St

314 W Miner StArlington Heights, IL 60005
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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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Hawthorne Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

1114-1120 W Hawthorne StArlington Heights, IL 60005

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Downtown Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Arlington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Arlington Heights area of Arlington Heights, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 214-222 S Pine Ave priced from $1,600. Hawthorne Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Downtown Arlington Heights apartments for rent in Arlington Heights, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
214-222 S Pine Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,600
Hawthorne ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
4 North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Dunton Tower ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S1Studio,1BA$1,972
Hancock Square at Arlington StationA11BR,1BA$2,027

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Arlington Heights, IL

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Arlington Heights area is the $2.03 price per square foot 110 S Dunton Ave Model at 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Arlington Heights apartment is the 1BD/1BA Model at 214-222 S Pine Ave starting at $1,600 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Arlington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C110 S Dunton Ave2BR,2BA$2.03
214-222 S Pine Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.13
Hancock Square at Arlington StationA11BR,1BA$2.99
Dunton Tower ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S1Studio ,1BA$3.29
Hawthorne ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.67
4 North ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.87

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Arlington Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Arlington Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Arlington Heights is at 4 North Apartments listed at $1,700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Arlington Heights Apartment is $1,600 at 214-222 S Pine Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Arlington Heights is starting from $1,800 at Hawthorne Apartments.

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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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