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Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community
340 Cary Algonquin RdCary, IL 60013
1354 Cunat Ct, Unit 1G
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Lake In The HillsIL60156
22 Waterfront Ct
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1353 Cunat Ct
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2601 Village Hall DrLake In The Hills, IL 60156
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2401 Commons DrWoodstock, IL 60098
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Crystal Lake, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $1,686 | $1,686 | $1,686 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $570 | $2,401 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $1,445 | $3,247 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $1,500 | $3,590 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal Lake, IL
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2026Current apartment rentals in the Crystal Lake, IL area range in price from $570 to $10,560 with an overall median price of $2,249. The three Crystal Lake neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crystal Vista North Shore at $2,090, East Suburban McHenry at $2,115, and Coventry at $2,287. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Crystal Lake Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Vista North Shore | $2,090 | $1,400 | 8 |
| East Suburban McHenry | $2,115 | $570 | 87 |
| Coventry | $2,287 | $1,400 | 56 |
| Four Colonies East | $2,361 | $1,400 | 48 |
| Park Place | $2,361 | $1,400 | 48 |
Cheapest Available Crystal Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Crystal Lake, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community in the Arrowhead neighborhood priced from $570. The Church Street Apartments in the Park Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community | 1 Bedroom - 30-60% | 1BR,1BA | $570 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,477 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,686 |
| Randall Village | The Chagall | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome with Firepl | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2,226 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $2.02 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,674. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the B2 Model at Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments starting at $2,714 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Park Place neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome with Firepl | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community | 2 Bedroom - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal Lake is Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community which is listed at $570, while the average apartment in Crystal Lake costs $2,249.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crystal Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Crystal Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Crystal Lake?
Cheap apartments in Crystal Lake have an average cost of $110 which is $2,139 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Lake.
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