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39 Surrey Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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Burlington, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Burlington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlington, IL is a Studio unit found at University Heights Apartments in the Dekalb neighborhood priced from $780. The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$780
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Royal Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Isaac Executive SuitesJunior One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,400
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,400
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR,1BA$1,550
The Cornell Luxury Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Authentix South ElginStudio Horizon OverlookStudio,1BA$1,632
WoodcreekApt B2BR,2BA$1,680
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlington, IL and Nearby

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burlington area is the $1.37 price per square foot Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Burlington apartment is the Apt B Model at Woodcreek starting at $1,680 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Square Barn Road School Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terrabrook at Prairie RidgeGregory End4BR,2.5BA$1.37
WoodcreekApt B2BR,2BA$1.60
Villages At CanterfieldLaurel2BR,1BA$2.20
Panton Mill StationThe Beech1BR,1BA$2.07
Algonquin Square Apartment HomesThe Cornish1BR,1BA$2.31
Springs At South Elgin1 BR Grand Courtyard1BR,1BA$2.17
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR,1BA$2.14
The Cornell Luxury Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.29
Royal Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.06

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burlington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Burlington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Burlington is at Isaac Executive Suites listed at $1,400.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Burlington Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Burlington is starting from $1,680 at Woodcreek.

What is the most affordable Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive and starts from $1,220.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.