
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Crystal Lake, IA from $400 (51 Rentals)
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18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

A-Lea Apartments

Flats on 21

CityView Apartments

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Woodland Park - Manson

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments
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Pheasant Run Apartments

Skye Lofts Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

District 29 Apartments & Townhomes

UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS

Prairieview Manor

The River Apartments & Townhomes

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Northern Place Apartments
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1200 Jade Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

Kee Valley Apartments

Bricelyn Plaza

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

2nd Avenue Rowhomes

Irish Hospital Apartments

Phillips Luxury Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes
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Shalom Tower II

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

Rolfe 20-Unit

744 1st St

Heartland Senior Housing

Meadow Bloom Apartments

700 Central Ave

Pheasant Run Apartments

919 N 29th St

334 Center St
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335 Elm St

1109 Central Ave

614 N 12th St

The Manor

207 E 4th St

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Palisades

1506 7th St SE

121 Clinton St

Grant Village
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Crystal Lake, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $1,013 | $500 | $1,389 |
| Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $525 | $1,719 |
| Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $701 | $2,279 |
| Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $920 | $2,509 |
| Crystal Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $937 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Crystal Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Crystal Lake, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. Rolfe 20-Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Woodland Park - Manson | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Skye Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IA and Nearby
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Loft Model at Skye Lofts Apartments in the starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Meadows starting at $1,350 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skye Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Allure at Rivers Edge | 2 Bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Kee Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| CityView Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crystal Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crystal Lake is at Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment is $425 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crystal Lake is starting from $595 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Crystal Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Crystal Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at UNION HOUSE APARTMENTS and starts from $1,325.
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