
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL from $900 (30 Rentals)
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Cook Apartments at Libertyville

The Oaks of Lake Bluff

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The Atworth at Mellody Farm

Eleven 5 Lake

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601 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit C

705 S Milwaukee Ave
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The Oaks Of Vernon Hills

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The Domaine at Hawthorn Row

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Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments

The Landing at Town Center

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Vernon Hills - Lake Forest

Moraine East Apartments
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Liberty Terrace

Eleven9 Rockland

Port Clinton Place

215 E Park Ave

57 Washington Blvd

13 Crestview Ln

8 Echo Ct
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1003 Centurion Ln

207 W Park Ave

271 Southwick Ct

325 3rd St

1310 Cromwell Ct

136 Brookwood Ct

118 Bedford Rd
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1219 Huntington Dr

304 Creekside Dr
Mettawa, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mettawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mettawa Studio Apartments | $2,449 | $1,475 | $7,560 |
| Mettawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,242 | $6,432 |
| Mettawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,950 | $9,895 |
| Mettawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,430 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mettawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mettawa, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 705 S Milwaukee Ave in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,875. 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 $2,094. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mettawa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 705 S Milwaukee Ave | 2 bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio,1BA | $2,094 |
| Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,131 |
| The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| Forest Pointe Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,251 |
| The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Fresno | 1BR,1BA | $2,432 |
| The Majestic Luxury Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,653 |
| The Atworth at Mellody Farm | B4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,727 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mettawa area is the $2.80 price per square foot C1 Model at The Majestic Luxury Apartments in the in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood starting from $3,930. The second greatest value Mettawa apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 705 S Milwaukee Ave starting at $1,950 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Majestic Luxury Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 705 S Milwaukee Ave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Forest Pointe Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Cook Apartments at Libertyville | B3 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Fresno | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Atworth at Mellody Farm | B4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
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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 $2,131 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 $1,875 at 705 S Milwaukee Ave.
What is the most affordable Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 705 S Milwaukee Ave and starts from $2,400.
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