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2000 Bayside Dr

2417 Sherman Ave

8 Echo Ct

119 E Sunnyside Ave

730 E Lincoln Ave
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3900 Bayside Dr

915 S Ct of Shorewood

2120 N Ginger Creek Cir
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1252 S Candlestick Way

649 Trace Dr

870 Trace Dr

750 Hawthorn Row
Mettawa, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mettawa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mettawa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,402 | $1,700 | $4,100 |
Mettawa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,287 | $1,000 | $5,400 |
Mettawa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,788 | $2,300 | $8,500 |
Mettawa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,900 | $8,900 | $8,900 |
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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 Cook Apartments at Libertyville in the Downtown Libertyville neighborhood priced from $1,750. 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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Cook Apartments at Libertyville | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio,1BA | $2,010 |
The Majestic Luxury Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,625 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Elm | 2BR,2BA | $2,839 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby
As of September 12, 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 125 W Park Ave Model at 125 W Park Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,295 with a $1.28 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. |
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The Residences at Amberley Woods | R | 3BR,3BA | $2.70 |
125 W Park Ave, Unit 2 | 125 W Park Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Garland - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.28 |
Eleven5 Lake | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
The Majestic Luxury Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
The Atworth at Mellody Farm | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
Cook Apartments at Libertyville | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mettawa
What type of rentals are currently available in Mettawa?
There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,242 to $16,077. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mettawa ranging from $1,000 to $8,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mettawa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mettawa ranges from $1,000 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,892.
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