Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottage Hills, IL from $500 (26 Rentals)
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1132 Vernie Ave
Cottage Hills, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottage Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Hills Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Cottage Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $678 | $525 | $1,895 |
| Cottage Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $935 | $625 | $2,245 |
| Cottage Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $1,000 | $3,955 |
| Cottage Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $675 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Cottage Hills Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottage Hills, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood priced from $525. Rocwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottage Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 1BR 1BA GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Brighton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Groves Apartments and Townhomes | Beautiful one bedroom and one bathroom garden a... | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Hills, IL and Nearby
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cottage Hills area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,555. The second greatest value Cottage Hills apartment is the B1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $900 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Paddock Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.99 |
| Victorian Village | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| The Groves Apartments and Townhomes | Half off deposit! Remodeled two bedroom and one... | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Getting Around Cottage Hills, IL
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Cottage Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Hills Apartment is $525 at Trinity Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottage Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottage Hills is starting from $625 at Trinity Park.
What is the most affordable Cottage Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottage Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spanish Lake Townhomes and starts from $880.
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