
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, IL from $800 (25 Rentals)
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Park Butterfield Apartments

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Hunt Club Apartments

Mandalane
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Buffalo Grove Studio Apartments | $1,955 | $1,362 | $3,999 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $1,299 | $3,061 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $1,210 | $4,780 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,582 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo Grove, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Butterfield Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,299. Hunt Club Apartments in the Milwaukee Avenue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Butterfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Hunt Club Apartments | Ash (1 Bed U) | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Mandalane | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,541 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, IL
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Grove area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Union Apartments in the in the McHenry Road neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Buffalo Grove apartment is the 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths Model at Circle Hill Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Coventry Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Mallard Lake | Superior | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 600 Trace Dr, Unit 105 | 600 Trace Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1519 N Windsor Dr, Unit 309 | 1519 N Windsor Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Stonebridge of Arlington Heights | 1x1 A Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Williams Reserve | Mulberry | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Pebbleshire Apartments | One Bedroom- Laminate | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Mandalane | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Grove Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo Grove?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo Grove is at Park Butterfield Apartments listed at $1,362.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Grove Apartment is $1,299 at Park Butterfield Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo Grove is starting from $1,556 at Park Butterfield Apartments.
What is the most affordable Buffalo Grove Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Grove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Union Apartments and starts from $2,200.
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