
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Matteson, IL from $700 (32 Rentals)
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21133 Kildare Ave

4328 W Lindenwood Dr

4316 Lindenwood Dr

4031-4041 Charleston Rd

4221-4229 Lindenwood

4117 Lindenwood Dr

4205-4211 Lindenwood Dr
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4139-4143 Lindenwood Dr

4301-4309 Lindenwood Dr

4222 Lindenwood Dr

Lindenwood Courts

Manors at Brookmere

Maple Brook

4140-4144 Lindenwood Dr

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Oakwood Townhomes

Richton Trail

474 W 14th Pl

19653 S Edinburgh Ln
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502 W Lincoln Hwy

484 Hickory St

Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields 62+

1430 Donovan Dr

450-480 W 16th St

Richton Square Apartments

Central Park

Cedar Ridge Apartments
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Matteson, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Matteson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Matteson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $1,185 | $1,680 |
| Cheap Matteson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $1,300 | $1,930 |
| Cheap Matteson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,645 | $2,430 |
| Cheap Matteson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,041 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Matteson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Matteson, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Creek Apartments in the Lincoln Station neighborhood priced from $1,185. Park Towers Apartments in the Lincoln Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Matteson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden A | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Park Towers Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| Matteson Blu | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matteson, IL
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Matteson area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath A Remodel Model at Park Towers Apartments in the in the Lincoln Station neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Matteson apartment is the The Maple Model at Olympic Village Apartments starting at $1,440 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Indian Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Matteson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Towers Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath A Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Arbors at Hickory Creek | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Matteson Blu | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden A | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Matteson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Matteson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Matteson Apartment is $1,185 at Carriage Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Matteson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Matteson is starting from $1,300 at Carriage Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Matteson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Matteson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,995.
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