Cheap Apartments for Rent in Crete, IL from $553 (26 Rentals)

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Eagle Ridge Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments

3331-3351 S Commercial AveSouth Chicago Heights, IL 60411
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21746 Jeffrey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21746 Jeffrey

21746 S Jeffrey AveSauk Village, IL 60411
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Autumn Ridge
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

119 E Sycamore DrPark Forest, IL 60466
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21843 Jeffrey Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21843 Jeffrey Ave

21843 Jeffrey AveSauk Village, IL 60411
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Cheapest Available Crete Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Crete, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS in the University Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,159. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crete apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1,159
Linden Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,160
Chelsea Garden1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,200
Dynasty House Apartments1 Bedroom UNIV1BR,1BA$1,305
Maple Leaf ApartmentsMid-rise1BR,1BA$1,320
Westbridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A Renovated1BR,1BA$1,370

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crete, IL

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crete area is the $1.45 price per square foot 818 Sandra Dr Model at 818 Sandra Dr, Unit 818 Sandra Dr in the in the University Park neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Crete apartment is the 3 Bedroom UNIV Model at Dynasty House Apartments starting at $1,905 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the University Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crete apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
818 Sandra Dr, Unit 818 Sandra Dr818 Sandra Dr2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Dynasty House Apartments3 Bedroom UNIV3BR,2BA$1.86
ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.25
Maple Leaf ApartmentsGarden1BR,1BA$1.66
2805 Commercial Ave2805 Commercial Ave2BR,1BA$1.75
Westbridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A Renovated1BR,1BA$1.77
Chelsea Garden1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.85
Linden Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Remodel B1BR,1BA$2.10
Crest ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crete Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crete Apartment is $1,160 at Linden Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crete is starting from $1,159 at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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