Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IL from $400 (26 Rentals)

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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
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Rochelle Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rochelle Manor

301 E Second AveRochelle, IL 61068
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711 Jones Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

711 Jones Rd

711 Jones RdRochelle, IL 61068
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Carthage Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carthage Apartments

4440 Carthage DrRockford, IL 61109
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Hillcrest, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillcrest, IL is a Studio unit found at The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $725. The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Varsity Square ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$845
University Heights Apartments2T2BR,1BA$990
4651 GOVERNORS DR2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,050
Willis Senior Lofts2 Bedroom - Subsidized2BR,1BA$1,116
Hunter Star Properties3 Bed 1 bath3BR,1BA$1,120
Ashbury Court3 B3BR,1BA$1,135
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1,135
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty2BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, IL and Nearby

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.98 price per square foot Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Wellington | Townhome Model at Pembrook Place Apartments starting at $2,340 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Rolling Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Pembrook Place ApartmentsWellington | Townhome2BR,2BA$1.50
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.20
The HamptonsWoods Two Bedroom Two Car Garage2BR,2BA$1.50
Ashbury Court3 B3BR,1.5BA$1.19
4651 GOVERNORS DR2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Willis Senior Lofts2 Bedroom - Subsidized2BR,1BA$1.22
University Heights Apartments2T2BR,1BA$1.14
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1.64
Beacon Hill ApartmentsMarigold - Beacon Hill2BR,1BA$1.86

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Getting Around Hillcrest, IL

Walk Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is at The Terraces at Dekalb listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $925 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb and starts from $1,025.

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