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2246 W Nichols Rd

2 E Dundee Quarter Dr

1537 Norway Ln

107 E Dundee Rd

2A E Dundee Quarter Dr

1321 E Ports O Call Dr, Unit 1N
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1511 N Windsor Dr

406 Inland Dr, Unit 3A

1241 N Winslowe Dr, Unit 302

1472 Carol Ct

4B E Dundee Quarter Dr

1343 N Winslowe Dr

1271 Wyndham Ln
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249 W Ct of Shorewood

475 Plum Creek Dr, Unit 107

889 Trace Dr, Unit 107

889 Trace Dr

2064 N Ginger Creek Dr

480 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit C

1201 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 311
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849 Miller Ln, Unit 104

475 Plum Creek Dr

641 Hapsfield Ln

835 Waterview Cir

2000 Bayside Dr

2133 N Ginger Creek Cir

1550 Sandpebble Dr
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856 E Capri Dr

3400 N Old Arlington Heights Rd

1450 Sandpebble Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Buffalo Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Grove 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Buffalo Grove 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,289 | $1,995 | $6,500 |
| Buffalo Grove 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,180 | $3,290 | $5,800 |
| Buffalo Grove 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,850 | $4,200 | $7,500 |
| Buffalo Grove 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,500 | $9,500 | $9,500 |
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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. ReNew Lake Arlington in the McHenry Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,479. 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 |
| ReNew Lake Arlington | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Park Butterfield Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,517 |
| Clover Ridge East Apartments | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| Emerald Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (714 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $1,591 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, IL
As of July 28, 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 404 Inland Dr Model at 404 Inland Dr, Unit 2B starting at $1,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Milwaukee Avenue 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 |
| 404 Inland Dr, Unit 2B | 404 Inland Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 490 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 490-A | 490 Pleasant Run Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 865 Westmoreland Dr, Unit 24 | 865 Westmoreland Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Mallard Lake | Superior | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Stonebridge of Arlington Heights | 1x1 A Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Clover Ridge East Apartments | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| ReNew Lake Arlington | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo Grove?
There are currently 254 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $4,766. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo Grove ranging from $1,350 to $9,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo Grove?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo Grove ranges from $1,350 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,440.
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