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4651 GOVERNORS DR
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4651 GOVERNORS DR

4651 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109

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4714 Trevor Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4714 Trevor Cir

4714 Trevor CirRockford, IL 61109
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4551 Governors Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4551 Governors Dr

4551 Governors DrRockford, IL 61109

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311 W Roosevelt St
2 Bedroom Apartments

311 W Roosevelt St

311 W Roosevelt StDekalb, IL 60115
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Kirkland, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kirkland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkland, IL is a Studio unit found at Ashbury Court in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $815. Pearl Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $893. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ashbury CourtSTStudio,1BA$815
Pearl Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$893
University Heights Apartments1B1BR,1BA$895
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 1 Bed1BR,1BA$925
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom with Dining Room1BR,1BA$938
Great Oaks ApartmentsMarigold at Great Oaks2BR,1BA$1,184
Carriage Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,195
Beacon Hill ApartmentsBluebell Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,266
Isaac Executive SuitesJunior One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,400
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkland, IL and Nearby

As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkland area is the $0.81 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Pearl Place Apartments in the starting from $893. The second greatest value Kirkland apartment is the Dahlia Deluxe Model at Beacon Hill Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Camp Grant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pearl Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.81
Beacon Hill ApartmentsDahlia Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.69
Carriage Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.51
Great Oaks ApartmentsMarigold at Great Oaks2BR,1BA$1.74
University Plaza ApartmentsB4 Floor Plan2BR,1BA$1.26
University Heights Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1.58
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom with Dining Room1BR,1BA$1.71
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.95
Ashbury CourtSTStudio ,1BA$1.98

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirkland Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkland Apartment is $895 at University Heights Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkland is starting from $893 at Pearl Place Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.