
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manteno, IL from $500 (55 Rentals)
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1104-1100 Beauchamp Ave

ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS

Crest Apartments

Stone Falls

Thornwood Apartments

The Shields

Linden Park Apartments

723 Grant Ave

Edenbridge Apartments
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Carriage Creek Apartments

Olympic Village Apartments

Chelsea Garden

811 Covey Ln

Winchester Manor

Bays Tower Apartments

Richton Trail

Edgewater Walk Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

Dynasty House Apartments
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Maple Leaf Apartments

Towers of Edgewater

Pheasant Run Apartments

Oakwood Townhomes

Arbors at Hickory Creek

Park Towers Apartments

Westbridge Apartments

7349 175th St

Matteson Blu

1304 E North St
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Pine Ridge

Autumn Ridge

785 Chicago1

West Harbor Place

Central Park

3484 Western Ave

21746 Jeffrey

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7081 Apartments

602 Meadowood Ln
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138 S 1st St

144 1st

16601 Jean Ln

42 Swan Ln

1014 Shagbark Rd

73 Meadowlark Ln

227 Mohawk Dr

325 Onarga St

3 Swan Ln

140 Flamingo Dr
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Manteno, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manteno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manteno Studio Apartments | $1,336 | $800 | $1,902 |
| Manteno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $553 | $2,909 |
| Manteno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $1,175 | $3,459 |
| Manteno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $1,036 | $3,566 |
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Cheapest Available Manteno Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manteno, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manteno apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Thornwood Apartments | 2x1 853 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden A | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Chelsea Garden | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Dynasty House Apartments | 1 Bedroom UNIV | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manteno, IL and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manteno area is the $1.77 price per square foot sc3s1.5 Model at Pheasant Run Apartments in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Manteno apartment is the 2 BED 1 BATH Model at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS starting at $1,159 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the University Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manteno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Run Apartments | sc3s1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Thornwood Apartments | 2x1 853 | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Maple Leaf Apartments | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manteno Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manteno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manteno Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Manteno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Manteno is starting from $1,159 at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS.
What is the most affordable Manteno Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manteno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Linden Park Apartments and starts from $1,715.
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