
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Hillcrest, IL (53 Rentals)


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Lincolnshire West

City Hall Suites

Agora Tower

University Plaza Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

Willis Senior Lofts

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive
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Pembrook Place

The Hamptons

Beacon Hill Apartments

Colonial House

The Terraces at Dekalb

Ashbury Court

University Heights Apartments
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High Meadows Apartments

4566 Governors Dr

908 Greenbrier Rd

175 Liberty Ln

2816 Rudeen Close

4714 Trevor Cir

4682 Trevor Cir

700 Lincoln Hwy

Lincoln Manor Senior Residences
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128 S Sixth St

1267 Short Ct

1255 Short Ct

1251 Short Ct

White Oak Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

Rochelle Manor

Carthage Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road
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4651 Governors Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4735 Wolverton Ln

The Terraces at Dekalb on Linden Place

107 7th Ave

Countryside Village

4544 Governors

20 Tilton Mnr

1259 Short Ct

White Oak Apartments
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Hillcrest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $842 | $600 | $1,400 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,063 | $700 | $1,735 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $450 | $1,900 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,070 | $2,010 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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Largest Available Hillcrest and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hillcrest, IL is found at Pembrook Place in the Rolling Green neighborhood and is 1,070 square feet priced from $1,735. Beacon Hill Apartments in the Camp Grant neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 830 square feet and currently listed start at $1,274. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hillcrest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembrook Place | Chestnut | 1,070 Sq Ft | $1,735 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell Deluxe | 830 Sq Ft | $1,274 |
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | 565 Sq Ft | $895 |
| University Plaza Apartments | A6 Floor Plan | 520 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 400 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hillcrest, IL is the Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed Model starting from $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive in the Dekalb neighborhood. The second most affordable Hillcrest 1 Bedroom is the 1B Model at University Heights Apartments starting at $895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hillcrest is currently $1,063. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hillcrest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | $825 |
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | $895 |
| Beacon Hill Apartments | Bluebell Deluxe | $1,274 |
| City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,400 |
| Pembrook Place | Chestnut | $1,735 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is $1,063.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,070 square feet unit starting from $1,735 at Pembrook Place.
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