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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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Autumn Ridge
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

119 E Sycamore DrPark Forest, IL 60466
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Crete, IL Local Guide

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 $750. St James Senior Apartments in the University Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $811. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crete apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crest ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
St James Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$811
Chelsea GardenStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crete, IL

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crete area is the $1.25 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at St James Senior Apartments in the in the University Park neighborhood starting from $1,159. The second greatest value Crete apartment is the Studio Model at Crest Apartments starting at $750 with a $1.67 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.
St James Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.25
Crest ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.67
Chelsea GardenStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.04

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Getting Around Crete, IL

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crete Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crete?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crete is at Crest Apartments listed at $750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crete Apartment is $811 at St James Senior 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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