Cheap Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Casa Heritage
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Heritage

10315 W Palmer AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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1123 N 33rd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1123 N 33rd Ave

1123 N 33rd AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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37 King Arthur Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

37 King Arthur Ct

37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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Liberty Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Village

415 N York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Berkeley, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Berkeley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood priced from $1,100. Elmhurst Place Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1,100
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$1,695
The BlueStemA2BR,2BA$2,100
Elmhurst 255D Study1BR,1BA$2,800
Vyne on Haven1 BED+D - D1BR,1BA$2,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL and Nearby

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $1.78 price per square foot Elm Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the South Villa Park neighborhood starting from $4,938. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 3 BED - D Model at Vyne on Haven starting at $5,865 with a $4.08 price per square foot in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eldridge TownhomesElm3BR,3.5BA$1.78
Vyne on Haven3 BED - D3BR,2BA$4.08
The BlueStemG2BR,2BA$1.71
1619 N 35th Ave, Unit 11619 N 35th Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.75
1125 Bohland Ave, Unit 11125 Bohland Ave3BR,1BA$1.92
The FynnB52BR,2BA$3.08
127 N Addison Ave, Unit 127-3 N. Addison Ave127 N Addison Ave1BR,1BA$1.86
Elmhurst 255D Study1BR,1BA$3.13
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$2.12
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1.83

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Getting Around Berkeley, IL

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Berkeley Apartment is $1,100 at Argyle Garden Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Berkeley is starting from $1,850 at Elmhurst Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eldridge Townhomes and starts from $4,938.

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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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

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