
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Genoa, IL from $600 (35 Rentals)
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227 A St

High Meadows Apartments

Amber Manor

Pearl Place Apartments

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

University Heights Apartments
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Shadley Apartments

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Eco Park
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Marengo Woods

Lincolnshire West

Prairie Creek Townhomes

820 Edgebrook Dr

Isaac Executive Suites

The Cornell Luxury Apartments

Cortland Estates
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Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Old Orchard Townhouses

St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments

908 Greenbrier Rd

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

Barrington Plaza Realty

204 W Locust St

City Hall Suites
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311 W Roosevelt St

Agora Tower

216 S State St
Genoa, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genoa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genoa Studio Apartments | $1,004 | $600 | $1,875 |
| Genoa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,245 | $700 | $2,265 |
| Genoa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,603 | $893 | $2,720 |
| Genoa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,070 | $3,300 |
| Genoa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,295 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available Genoa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Genoa, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pearl Place Apartments in the Boone County neighborhood priced from $693. Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $789. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Genoa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $693 |
| Amber Manor | 1 BD 1 BTH A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Carriage Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Marengo Woods | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| University Heights Apartments | 3T 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1,355 |
| Isaac Executive Suites | Junior One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Cortland Estates | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,491 |
| Huntley Crossing | Urban Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genoa, IL and Nearby
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Genoa area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Genoa apartment is the Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge starting at $2,500 with a $1.37 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Genoa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge | Gregory End | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.37 |
| University Heights Apartments | 3T 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Cortland Estates | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Pearl Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Carriage Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Amber Manor | 1 BD 1 BTH A 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Huntley Crossing | Urban Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| Marengo Woods | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Genoa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Genoa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Genoa is at Isaac Executive Suites listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Genoa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Genoa Apartment is $693 at Pearl Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Genoa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Genoa is starting from $893 at Pearl Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Genoa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Genoa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Heights Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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