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property at 5 Parkside Ct

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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5 Parkside Ct, Unit #13

5 Parkside Ct
Vernon HillsIL60061

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property at 329 W Maple Ave

$2,300

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$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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329 W Maple Ave

LibertyvilleIL60048

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Mettawa, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mettawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mettawa, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oaks Of Vernon Hills in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood priced from $1,849. 705 S Milwaukee Ave in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mettawa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Oaks Of Vernon HillsAspen1BR,1BA$1,849
705 S Milwaukee Ave2 Bedroom- 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,100
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$2,106
The Domaine at Hawthorn RowA01Studio,1BA$2,120
The Atworth at Mellody FarmB1B1BR,1BA$2,248

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL and Nearby

As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mettawa area is the $2.56 price per square foot O Model at The Residences at Amberley Woods in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $5,720. The second greatest value Mettawa apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated* Model at The Landing at Town Center starting at $2,580 with a $2.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Residences at Amberley WoodsO3BR,2.5BA$2.56
The Landing at Town Center2 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated*2BR,1BA$2.24
The Atworth at Mellody FarmC22BR,2BA$3.17
The Majestic Luxury ApartmentsB32BR,2BA$2.68
432 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit C432 N Milwaukee Ave1BR,1BA$1.33
705 S Milwaukee Ave2 Bedroom- 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.15
610 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 2610 N Milwaukee Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
The Oaks Of Vernon HillsAspen1BR,1BA$2.66
The Domaine at Hawthorn RowA01Studio ,1BA$3.55
Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mettawa

What type of rentals are currently available in Mettawa?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Mettawa, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,242 to $12,424. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mettawa ranging from $1,900 to $10,000.

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 $1,900 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,851.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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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.