
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL from $900 (15 Rentals)
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The Oaks of Lake Bluff
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The Atworth at Mellody Farm

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The Domaine at Hawthorn Row

2 Parkside Ct, Unit 9
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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 | $2,900 | $1,450 | $7,245 |
Mettawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,242 | $7,310 |
Mettawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,713 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
Mettawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,045 | $3,097 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mettawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mettawa, IL is a Studio unit found at The Domaine at Hawthorn Row in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,913. Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. 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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The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio,1BA | $1,913 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
The Atworth at Mellody Farm | C3C | 2BR,2BA | $3,237 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Garland - Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3,458 |
Eleven5 Lake | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $3,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mettawa area is the $2.96 price per square foot R Model at The Residences at Amberley Woods in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $7,900. The second greatest value Mettawa apartment is the 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Eleven5 Lake starting at $3,745 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Libertyville 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 | $2.96 |
Eleven5 Lake | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Garland - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.39 |
The Atworth at Mellody Farm | C3C | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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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 $2,937 at The Domaine at Hawthorn Row.
What is the most affordable Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mettawa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eleven5 Lake and starts from $3,745.
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