
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL from $570 (23 Rentals)
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Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community

241 Wedgewood Cir

1362 Cunat Ct, Unit 1362 Cunat Ct Apt 2A

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1363 Cunat Ct

1343 Cunat Ct
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20 Arrowhead Dr

1350 Cunat Ct
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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 | $1,468 | $1,374 | $1,562 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $570 | $2,401 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $1,350 | $3,400 |
| Cheap Crystal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,995 | $1,500 | $3,590 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal Lake, IL
Pricing Updated: 09/18/2026Current apartment rentals in the Crystal Lake, IL area range in price from $570 to $10,800 with an overall median price of $2,180. 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 $2,200. 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 | $1,374 | 6 |
| East Suburban McHenry | $2,115 | $570 | 83 |
| Coventry | $2,200 | $1,374 | 53 |
| Four Colonies East | $2,226 | $1,374 | 41 |
| Park Place | $2,250 | $1,350 | 43 |
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. Darlington Court Apartments in the Park Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,477. 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 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,477 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR, 2BA | $1,500 |
| Randall Village | The Chagall | 1BR, 1BA | $1,655 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Schoolhouse Apartments in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting at $2,499 with a $1.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.47 |
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Willowood | 2BR, 2BA | $1.81 |
| Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments | B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.20 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR, 2BA | $1.25 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | 2DC-TG | 2 BR Designer Courtyard with Garage | 2BR, 2BA | $2.29 |
| Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community | 2 Bedroom - 60% | 2BR, 1BA | $1.56 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.65 |
| Water's Edge | The Grove | 1BR, 1BA | $2.29 |
| Randall Village | The Monet | 1BR, 1BA | $2.34 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.27 |
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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 Cary Horizon 62+ Senior Community which is listed at $570, while the average apartment in Crystal Lake costs $2,180.
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 4 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 $130 which is $2,050 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crystal Lake.
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