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Cheapest Available McHenry County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in McHenry County, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Tuckaway Townhomes in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood priced from $864. Northfield Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,101. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McHenry County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tuckaway Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$864
Northfield CourtValley View1BR,1BA$1,101
Marengo Woods1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Patriot Prairie of Woodstock (FKA Prairie View)STUDIOStudio,1BA$1,350
Concord Manor2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,425
Fawn Ridge ApartmentsHillshire Plus2BR,1BA$1,469
The Blake at Fox RiverEllory Terrace1BR,1BA$1,490

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the McHenry County area is the $0.62 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Tuckaway Townhomes in the in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood starting from $864. 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.
Tuckaway Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$0.62
3603 Waukegan Rd, Unit B3603 Waukegan Rd3BR,1BA$1.46
The Villas At Patriot EstatesOne bedroom/long den1BR,2.5BA$1.42
Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ CommunityChampion Single Wide3BR,2BA$1.42
River PlaceResidence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den)1BR,2BA$1.77
WoodcreekApt B2BR,2BA$1.55
10102 Main St, Unit 2B10102 Main St2BR,1BA$1.72
Fawn Ridge ApartmentsHillshire Plus2BR,1BA$1.69
503 N Eastwood Dr, Unit 2A503 N Eastwood Dr1BR,1BA$1.57
Northfield CourtSummit1BR,1BA$1.57

Frequently Asked Questions about McHenry County

What type of rentals are currently available in McHenry County?

There are currently 246 Apartments for Rent in McHenry County, IL with pricing that ranges from $864 to $27,996. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McHenry County ranging from $1,225 to $10,700.

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 $1,225 to $10,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,261.

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 $864 to $27,996, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!