Cheap Homes for Rent in McHenry County, IL from $1,200 (21 Rentals)

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property at 1813 W Edward Ct

$1,600

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$1,600

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5 Bedroom, 5 Bath Home for Rent

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1813 W Edward Ct

McHenryIL60051

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property at 858 Clay St

$1,675

2 Bedroom Rentals

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858 Clay St

WoodstockIL60098

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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 $1,134. Silver Creek Apartments in the Bull Valley Golf Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McHenry County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northfield CourtValley View1BR,1BA$1,134
Silver Creek Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,149
Marengo Woods1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,185
Willow BrookeOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,280
Patriot Prairie of Woodstock1X11BR,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL

As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the McHenry County area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Schoolhouse Apartments in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value McHenry County apartment is the One bedroom/long den Model at The Villas At Patriot Estates starting at $1,972 with a $1.47 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.
The Schoolhouse Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.67
The Villas At Patriot EstatesOne bedroom/long den1BR,2.5BA$1.47
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1.42
River PlaceResidence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den)1BR,2BA$1.82
WoodcreekApt B2BR,2BA$1.55
Tuckaway Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.70
The Paths of Walnut Ridge2 Bed/2 Bath Split2BR,2BA$1.69
10102 Main St10102 Main St2BR,1BA$1.72
Northfield CourtSummit1BR,1BA$1.62
Silver Creek Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.70

Frequently Asked Questions about McHenry County

What type of rentals are currently available in McHenry County?

There are currently 240 Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL with pricing that ranges from $588 to $26,902. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McHenry County ranging from $1,275 to $3,900.

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 $1,275 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,257.

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 $1,460 to $17,896, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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