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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
Senior Living
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Fox Hill Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Hill Senior Living

1536 Sycamore RdYorkville, IL 60560
Senior Living
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Rock Falls Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rock Falls Apartments

1608 E Rock Falls RdRock Falls, IL 61071
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property at 1016 N Maple St

$775

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1016 N Maple St

PrincetonIL61356

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Arlington, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Arlington, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $629. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Amber ManorStudio A 60%Studio,1BA$629
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE3 BED 1 BATH3BR,1BA$757
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$775
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom with Dining Room1BR,1BA$938
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1,075
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,400
Cortland EstatesThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,648
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$2,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, IL and Nearby

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 3 BED 1 BATH Model at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE starting at $757 with a $0.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.93
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE3 BED 1 BATH3BR,1BA$0.67
Cortland EstatesThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.47
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$0.92
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.43
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom with Dining Room1BR,1BA$1.71
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.51
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.06
Amber ManorStudio A 60%Studio ,1BA$3.08

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlington is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $750 at Northland Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlington is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.

What is the most affordable Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Arlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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

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