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Crystal Lake, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crystal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Crystal Lake Studio Apartments | $1,644 | $1,501 | $1,788 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $1,400 | $2,160 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,700 | $3,452 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,500 | $3,253 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal Lake, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Crystal Lake, IL area range in price from $1,199 to $3,759 with an overall median price of $2,848. The three Crystal Lake neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crystal Vista North Shore at $1,400, Four Colonies East at $1,400, and Park Place at $1,400. 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 | $2,425 | $1,400 | 12 |
| Four Colonies East | $2,900 | $1,400 | 27 |
| Park Place | $2,949 | $1,400 | 36 |
| Coventry | $2,950 | $1,400 | 37 |
| East Suburban McHenry | $3,017 | $1,199 | 74 |
Cheapest Available Crystal Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Crystal Lake, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Church Street Apartments in the Park Place neighborhood priced from $1,300. Randall Village in the Park Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,614. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crystal Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Randall Village | The Monet | 1BR,1BA | $1,614 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.60 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Schoolhouse Apartments in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake starting at $2,499 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Arrowhead 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Residence of Fairway Greens | CB121.5 Two bedroom/one and half bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Water's Edge | The Grove | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Randall Village | The Monet | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crystal Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crystal Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Crystal Lake is The Church Street Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Crystal Lake costs $2,848.
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 2 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 $159 which is $2,689 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Lake.
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