Cheap Apartments for Rent in Barrington, IL from $1,000 (31 Rentals)

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680 E Algonquin RdSchaumburg, IL 60173

Barrington, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Barrington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Barrington, IL is a Studio unit found at Plum Grove in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood priced from $1,300. Barrington Lakes Apartments in the West Streamwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,370. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Barrington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Plum GroveTwo Room StudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Barrington Lakes ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,370
Village in the Park ApartmentsLexus (Studio)Studio,1BA$1,410
Albion on NorthwestOak (A)1BR,1BA$1,500
The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 740 sqft1BR,1BA$1,530
21 Kristin1x1P - (Partial)1BR,1BA$1,559
The Clayson1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,565
ArrowheadStream1BR,1BA$1,599
Williams ReserveBirch1BR,1BA$1,607
The Lakes of Schaumburg Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,635

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barrington, IL

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Barrington area is the $1.71 price per square foot (D1r) 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Albion on Lake Cook in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Barrington apartment is the Meadowood Model at Redwood Fox River Grove starting at $2,724 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Rawson Bridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barrington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Albion on Lake Cook(D1r) 3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.71
Redwood Fox River GroveMeadowood2BR,2BA$2.05
HIGHPOINT Barrington2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.25
Schaumburg- International Village2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.79
Woodbury Place Apartments2 Bedroom Floor Plan B12BR,1BA$1.86
Clover Ridge East ApartmentsAshbury1BR,1BA$2.14
Williams ReserveMulberry1BR,1BA$2.25
21 Kristin1x1R - (Renovated)1BR,1BA$2.24
Arbor Lakes1 Bedroom Floor Plan A11BR,1BA$2.20
The Clayson1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.24

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Barrington, IL

Ranked #34

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Barrington, IL

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barrington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Barrington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Barrington is at Plum Grove listed at $1,300.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Barrington Apartment is $1,400 at Plum Grove.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Barrington is starting from $1,783 at Woodbury Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Barrington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Barrington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Clayson and starts from $2,170.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.