
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL from $900 (10 Rentals)
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Cook Apartments at Libertyville

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Mettawa, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mettawa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mettawa Studio Apartments | $2,892 | $1,450 | $7,245 |
Mettawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $1,242 | $5,475 |
Mettawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
Mettawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,519 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mettawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mettawa, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,950. The Domaine at Hawthorn Row in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,058. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mettawa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio,1BA | $2,058 |
Cook Apartments at Libertyville | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mettawa area is the $2.70 price per square foot R Model at The Residences at Amberley Woods in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $7,200. The second greatest value Mettawa apartment is the Hawthorn - Townhome Model at The Oaks Of Vernon Hills starting at $4,607 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mettawa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Residences at Amberley Woods | R | 3BR,3BA | $2.70 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Hawthorn - Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.56 |
125 W Park Ave, Unit 2 | 125 W Park Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Eleven5 Lake | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
The Majestic Luxury Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
Cook Apartments at Libertyville | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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Getting Around Mettawa, IL
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mettawa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mettawa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mettawa Apartment is $1,950 at Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mettawa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mettawa is starting from $2,100 at Cook Apartments at Libertyville.
What is the most affordable Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Majestic Luxury Apartments and starts from $3,650.
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