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Hunt Club Apartments

701 Spruce Ct

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1241 N Winslowe Dr, Unit 302

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480 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 480-C

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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 | $2,078 | $1,517 | $3,999 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,350 | $3,663 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $1,510 | $4,766 |
| Cheap Buffalo Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $2,095 | $4,225 |
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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 Hunt Club Apartments in the Milwaukee Avenue neighborhood priced from $1,350. Park Butterfield Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,517. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt Club Apartments | Ash (1 Bed U) | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Park Butterfield Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,517 |
| Mallard Lake | Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Emerald Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (714 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $1,583 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,598 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Mandalane | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Pebbleshire Apartments | One Bedroom B - Carpet | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, IL
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Grove area is the $1.53 price per square foot 826 E Capri Dr Model at 826 E Capri Dr, Unit 826 #1 in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Buffalo Grove apartment is the Edison Model at Northgate Crossing of Wheeling starting at $2,665 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the McHenry Road 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 826 E Capri Dr, Unit 826 #1 | 826 E Capri Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Northgate Crossing of Wheeling | Edison | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 480 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 480-C | 480 Pleasant Run Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 865 Westmoreland Dr, Unit 24 | 865 Westmoreland Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Stonebridge of Arlington Heights | 1x1 A Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Hunt Club Apartments | Oak (1Bed U-R) | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Mallard Lake | Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Clover Ridge East Apartments | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Grove Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Grove Apartment is $1,350 at Hunt Club 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 $1,587 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 One Wheeling Town Center and starts from $2,999.
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