
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Harvard, IL from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Autumn Glen Apartment Homes

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116 W Brink St, Unit 116-6

207 Admiral Dr

315 Ridge Lane Dr

Harvard Park Apartments

1017 9th St

Brass Works Apartments

Pearl Place Apartments
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First Avenue Apartments

Phoenix Street Apartments

Shadley Apartments

Prairie Landing

Parkside Village-Delavan

Willow Brooke

Allen Street Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

Silver Creek Apartments
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Carriage Court Apartments

Marengo Woods

Garden Quarter Apartments

Sugar Creek Apartments

Fox Lane

Fawn Ridge Apartments

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Hawks Ridge Apartments

Patriot Prairie of Woodstock

720 W Walworth St
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The Lofts at Hawks Ridge

Geneva Street Apartments

Oak Terrace Apartments

10315 IL-47

330 Leah Ln

532-532 Sugar Creek Rd

219 Grove St

551 Leah Ln

727 Elm Ln
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730 N Seminary Ave
Harvard, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harvard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Studio Apartments | $1,342 | $1,080 | $1,586 |
| Harvard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $839 | $1,972 |
| Harvard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $677 | $2,235 |
| Harvard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $749 | $2,400 |
| Harvard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $2,065 | $2,445 |
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Cheapest Available Harvard Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Harvard, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Northfield Court priced from $1,151. Carriage Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harvard apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Court | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1,151 |
| Carriage Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Sugar Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Fox Lane | 3 Bedroom Upper 50% | 3BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Hawks Ridge Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Fawn Ridge Apartments | Summit Plus | 1BR,1BA | $1,273 |
| The Lofts at Hawks Ridge | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Patriot Prairie of Woodstock | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard, IL and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard area is the $1.36 price per square foot Duplex Model at Autumn Ridge Apartment Homes in the in the Ellis Farms neighborhood starting from $2,265. The second greatest value Harvard apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath End Upper Model at Chapel Hill Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Ridge Apartment Homes | Duplex | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath End Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Ridges of Geneva East | Summit | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Fairfield Apartments | C2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Hawks Ridge Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 116 W Brink St, Unit 116-6 | 116 W Brink St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Carriage Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Sugar Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Lofts at Hawks Ridge | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Northfield Court | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harvard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Apartment is $1,151 at Northfield Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harvard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard is starting from $1,199 at Sugar Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Harvard Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harvard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fox Lane and starts from $1,201.
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