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property at 31 Green Oaks Dr

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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31 Green Oaks Dr

Crystal LakeIL60014

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 1353 Cunat Ct

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1353 Cunat Ct

Lake In The HillsIL60156

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Crystal Lake, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal Lake, IL

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Crystal Lake, IL area range in price from $576 to $18,493 with an overall median price of $4,002. The three Crystal Lake neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crystal Vista North Shore at $1,400, Coventry at $1,400, and Four Colonies East at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Crystal Lake Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Crystal Vista North Shore$2,675$1,40011
Coventry$3,435$1,40071
Four Colonies East$3,505$1,40061
Park Place$3,510$1,35060
East Suburban McHenry$6,888$57697

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 $1,400. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Church Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Darlington Court ApartmentsOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$1,477
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL

As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crystal Lake area is the $2.24 price per square foot B2 Model at Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments in the in the Park Place neighborhood starting from $2,714. The second greatest value Crystal Lake apartment is the Champion Single Wide Model at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Fox Trails neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal Lake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$2.24
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1.25
Skyridge Club ApartmentsPinnacle II2BR,2BA$1.84
Haber Pointe Apartments2 Br / 2 Ba2BR,2BA$2.09
Residence of Fairway GreensTwo bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.88
The Church Street Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
Crystal Lake Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome with Firepl2BR,1BA$1.96
Water's EdgeThe Trail1BR,1BA$2.23
The Schoolhouse Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.22
Darlington Court ApartmentsOne bed One bath1BR,1BA$2.12

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Crystal Lake

What type of rentals are currently available in Crystal Lake?

There are currently 69 Apartments for Rent in Crystal Lake, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $18,493. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Crystal Lake ranging from $1,210 to $3,650.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Crystal Lake?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Crystal Lake ranges from $1,210 to $3,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,527.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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