
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hampshire, IL from $1,080 (49 Rentals)
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185 S State St

45W005 Berner Rd

225 E Panama Ave

Willow Brooke

Fox River Crossing

Marengo Woods

Meadowdale Apartments

The Paths of Walnut Ridge
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Randall Village

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Springs At South Elgin

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Highland Springs

Seasons at Elgin
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Water's Edge

Residence of Fairway Greens

2250 Aurora Dr, Unit 3

Villages At Canterfield

Fountain Square

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11212 S Myrtle St

2220 Aurora Dr
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WC Kimball

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

10017 Edgebrook Ln

2250 Aurora Dr
Hampshire, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hampshire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hampshire Studio Apartments | $1,679 | $1,080 | $2,007 |
| Cheap Hampshire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,175 | $3,273 |
| Cheap Hampshire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,300 | $4,080 |
| Cheap Hampshire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,837 | $1,535 | $4,546 |
| Cheap Hampshire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,790 | $2,950 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available Hampshire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampshire, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Marengo Woods in the Deerpass neighborhood priced from $1,195. Meadowdale Apartments in the Waterford of Algonquin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampshire apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marengo Woods | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| 200 S Lincoln | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Eden Prairie Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Darlington Court Apartments | One bed One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,477 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Horizon Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,547 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampshire, IL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hampshire area is the $1.37 price per square foot Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hampshire apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the College Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hampshire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge | Gregory End | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.37 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Randall Village | The Chagall | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Meadowdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 200 S Lincoln | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Marengo Woods | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hampshire Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hampshire?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hampshire is at Authentix South Elgin listed at $1,547.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampshire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampshire Apartment is $1,195 at Marengo Woods.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hampshire Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hampshire is starting from $1,475 at Willow Brooke.
What is the most affordable Hampshire Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hampshire Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge and starts from $2,400.
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