
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL (36 Rentals)


Water's Edge

Springs at Three Oaks

Crystal Lake Apartments

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Randall Village

Skyridge Club Apartments

Fox Run Senior Apartments

Darlington Court Apartments
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300 Pauline Ave

Galbe Point

181 N Main St

373 W Terra Cotta Ave

74 Elmhurst St

372 Pierson St

321 W Terra Cotta Ave

7920 Ridgefield Rd

Congress Parkway
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Buckingham Court

241-245 W Terra Cotta Ave

Crystal Terrace Apartments

The Villager Apartments

1375 Cunat Ct

271 Country Commons Rd

The Villas

Wood Creek Village

613 W Main St
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300 Village Creek Dr

814-840 Elm St

The Paths at Walnut Ridge

The Residences of Lake in the Hills Senior 55

The Oaks at Algonquin

Arrowhead Apartments

305 Pyott Rd

Cary Senior Living

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $1,564 | $1,557 | $1,577 |
Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $1,477 | $2,365 |
| Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,700 | $3,197 |
| Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,318 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 29, 2026There are currently 121 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Crystal Lake, IL that range in price from $588 to $2,365. East Suburban McHenry, Coventry and Four Colonies East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Crystal Lake with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Suburban McHenry | 37 | $1,800 | $588 |
| Coventry | 33 | $1,920 | $1,477 |
| Four Colonies East | 25 | $1,929 | $1,477 |
| Park Place | 22 | $1,968 | $1,477 |
| Crystal Vista North Shore | 4 | $1,700 | $1,477 |
Largest Available Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Crystal Lake, IL is found at Water's Edge in the Park Place neighborhood and is 990 square feet priced from $2,200. Springs at Three Oaks in the Arrowhead neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 918 square feet and currently listed start at $1,620. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Crystal Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 990 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | 1DO | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 918 Sq Ft | $1,620 |
| Randall Village | The Picasso B | 917 Sq Ft | $1,945 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 741 Sq Ft | $1,635 |
| Skyridge Club Apartments | Meadowlark | 700 Sq Ft | $1,660 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 697 Sq Ft | $1,477 |
| Fox Run Senior Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | 606 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
Cheapest Available Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 29, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Crystal Lake, IL is the One Bedroom/ One Bath Model starting from $1,477 at Darlington Court Apartments in the Park Place neighborhood. The second most affordable Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom is the 1DO | 1 BR Designer Overlook Model at Springs at Three Oaks starting at $1,620 in the Arrowhead neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Crystal Lake is currently $1,940. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Crystal Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington Court Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bath | $1,477 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | 1DO | 1 BR Designer Overlook | $1,620 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,635 |
| Skyridge Club Apartments | Meadowlark | $1,660 |
| Randall Village | The Monet | $1,695 |
| Water's Edge | The Quarry | $1,991 |
| Fox Run Senior Apartments | 1 bed / 1 bath | $2,095 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Crystal Lake with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Crystal Lake is at Darlington Court Apartments listed at $1,477.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Crystal Lake is $1,940.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Crystal Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Crystal Lake is a 990 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at Water's Edge.
What is the average size for Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Crystal Lake is currently 656 sq ft.
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