
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Machesney Park, IL from $500 (32 Rentals)
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1151 Minns Dr

1110 Minns Dr

961 Minns Dr

4640 Adamson Ln

Riverside Apartments

Riverside Glen Apartments

Renn Hart Hills
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Sun Valley Terrace

4082 Applewood Ln

4131 Applewood Ln

7820 Venus St

3335 Sun Valley Ter

4436 Lori Dr

Bennett Street Townhomes

531-535 Pearl Ave
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2905 Park Terrace Dr

3304 Sun Valley Ter

523 Hanna Ct

10305 Metalmark Ln

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Rock River Residential Condos

4321 Lori Dr

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Garden Court

4403 Lori Dr

River's Edge Apartments

Foxwood Village Apartments

2110 Croydon Ave
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Machesney Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Machesney Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Machesney Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,133 | $995 | $1,600 |
| Cheap Machesney Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $1,125 | $1,500 |
| Cheap Machesney Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $1,345 | $4,999 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Park Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 4071 Applewood Ln, Unit 4071 | 4071 Applewood Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Park Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,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
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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