
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Lawns Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $800 (13 Rentals)
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The Woodlands of Crest Hill
Emerald Lawns, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald Lawns?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Lawns Studio Apartments | $1,156 | $895 | $1,297 |
| Emerald Lawns 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $949 | $1,610 |
| Emerald Lawns 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $1,095 | $1,775 |
| Emerald Lawns 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,295 | $2,100 |
| Emerald Lawns 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,900 | $2,185 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Emerald Lawns Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available Emerald Lawns Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Lawns area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls priced from $949. The Woodlands of Crest Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,208. Here are the most affordable Emerald Lawns apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Lawns, IL
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Lawns area is the $0.91 price per square foot 511 W Jefferson St Model at 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Emerald Lawns apartment is the 207 Bridge St Model at 207 Bridge St, Unit 2 starting at $1,225 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Lawns apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 | 511 W Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 207 Bridge St, Unit 2 | 207 Bridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 108 Nicholson St, Unit 1 | 108 Nicholson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 811 N Center St, Unit 1 | 811 N Center St | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmerald Lawns, Joliet, IL
Ranked #28
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Emerald Lawns, Joliet, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Emerald Lawns Neighborhood in Joliet, IL
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Lawns Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerald Lawns?
The cheapest apartment in Emerald Lawns is Stone Falls which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Emerald Lawns costs $2,042.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emerald Lawns?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Emerald Lawns that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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