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Cheapest Available McHenry County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in McHenry County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Northfield Court priced from $1,101. Marengo Woods in the Deerpass neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McHenry County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northfield CourtValley View1BR,1BA$1,101
Marengo Woods1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Fawn Ridge ApartmentsValley View1BR,1BA$1,185
Prairie View (Patriot Prairie of Woodstock)STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,350
Concord Manor2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the McHenry County area is the $1.83 price per square foot TH-A Model at Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments in the in the Park Place neighborhood starting from $3,075. The second greatest value McHenry County apartment is the 3603 Waukegan Rd Model at 3603 Waukegan Rd, Unit B starting at $2,000 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McHenry County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and ApartmentsTH-A2BR,2.5BA$1.83
3603 Waukegan Rd, Unit B3603 Waukegan Rd3BR,1BA$1.46
Stone Edge Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Plus2BR,2BA$1.54
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1.42
26 E Crystal Lake Ave, Unit Apt B26 E Crystal Lake Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
River PlaceResidence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den)1BR,2BA$1.77
2123 Hillside Ter, Unit 22123 Hillside Ter2BR,1BA$1.67
10102 Main St, Unit 3B10102 Main St2BR,1BA$1.72
Northfield CourtSummit1BR,1BA$1.57
Fawn Ridge ApartmentsValley View1BR,1BA$1.76

Frequently Asked Questions about McHenry County

What type of rentals are currently available in McHenry County?

There are currently 242 Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,087 to $25,178. There are also 140 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McHenry County ranging from $1,050 to $4,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McHenry County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McHenry County ranges from $1,050 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,190.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McHenry County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McHenry County range from $1,395 to $18,393, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,390. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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