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

160 E Lake St

17 N Hillside Ave
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17 N Hillside Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Berkeley Studio Apartments | $1,976 | $1,194 | $2,195 |
Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $950 | $5,548 |
Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,248 | $1,500 | $6,527 |
Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,669 | $2,300 | $6,085 |
Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,313 | $2,500 | $5,399 |
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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 $950. Liberty Village in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,302. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Elm Creek Apartments | Butterfield | 1BR,1BA | $1,739 |
The Fynn | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,484 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, IL and Nearby
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $2.05 price per square foot Aspen Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $5,349. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 3 BED - A Model at Vyne on Haven starting at $5,475 with a $3.72 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eldridge Townhomes | Aspen | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.05 |
Vyne on Haven | 3 BED - A | 3BR,2BA | $3.72 |
The Marke | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
Elmhurst 255 | H1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
The Fynn | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Elm Creek Apartments | Butterfield | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $950 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 $5,281.
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