Cheap Apartments for Rent in Machesney Park, IL from $500 (32 Rentals)

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1151 Minns Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1151 Minns Dr

1151 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115
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1110 Minns Dr
Studio Apartments

1110 Minns Dr

1110 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115
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961 Minns Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

961 Minns Dr

961 Minns DrMachesney Park, IL 61115
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4640 Adamson Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4640 Adamson Ln

4640 Adamson LnMachesney Park, IL 61115

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Sun Valley Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Valley Terrace

3359 Sun Valley TerRockford, IL 61103
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4082 Applewood Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4082 Applewood Ln

4082 Applewood LnLoves Park, IL 61111
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4131 Applewood Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4131 Applewood Ln

4131 Applewood LnLoves Park, IL 61111
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7820 Venus St
2 Bedroom Apartments

7820 Venus St

7820 Venus StLoves Park, IL 61111
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4436 Lori Dr
5 Bedroom Apartments

4436 Lori Dr

4436 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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531-535 Pearl Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

531-535 Pearl Ave

531-535 Pearl AveLoves Park, IL 61111

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523 Hanna Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

523 Hanna Ct

523 Hanna CtLoves Park, IL 61111
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Birkenshaw Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Birkenshaw Villas

5824 Birkenshaw LnLoves Park, IL 61111
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4321 Lori Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4321 Lori Dr

4321 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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Pine Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Creek Apartments

4041 Renn Hart Hills RdLoves Park, IL 61111
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Garden Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court

7812 Venus StLoves Park, IL 61111
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4403 Lori Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4403 Lori Dr

4403 Lori DrRockford, IL 61114
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2110 Croydon Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

2110 Croydon Ave

2110 Croydon AveLoves Park, IL 61111
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Machesney Park, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Machesney Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Machesney Park, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Apartment in the Summerfield Commons neighborhood priced from $995. Park Towers Apartments in the North Rock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Machesney Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Park Towers ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1,045
Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1,350
The Haven at Willow Creek3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Machesney Park, IL

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Machesney Park area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Machesney Park apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the North Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Machesney Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Haven at Willow Creek3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.38
Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.23
4071 Applewood Ln, Unit 40714071 Applewood Ln2BR,1BA$1.33
Riverside ApartmentsStudio with washer and dryer1BR,1BA$1.61
Windsor Apartment1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.66
Park Towers ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Machesney Park Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Machesney Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Machesney Park Apartment is $995 at Windsor Apartment.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Machesney Park is starting from $1,125 at Windsor Apartment.

What is the most affordable Machesney Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Machesney Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and starts from $1,345.

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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.

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