
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL from $800 (77 Rentals)
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The Element

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Orion Prospect

1310 S Sir Galahad Ln, Unit 2A

Mount Prospect Greens

1100 N Wheeling Rd

1100 N Wheeling Rd, Unit A3

Forest Cove Apartments

Huntington Square

309 Hawthorne Cir, Unit 3B
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Mansard Lane Apartments

16 W Busse Ave

1709 W Victoria Dr

Windsor Courts

Brownstone Court

637 W Pickwick Ct

Orion ParkView

1900 Knights Bridge Dr
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1703 W Mansard Ln

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Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl

Hunt Club Apartments

Briarwood Terrace Apartments

Salem Walk Apartments

488 E 5th Ct

650 Carroll Square

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ReNew Lake Arlington

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

490 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 490-A

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1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 5

Perry Grove Apartments

Ashton Arlington Heights

1348 Brown St

214-222 S Pine Ave

Circle Hill Apartments

702 E Northwest Hwy
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406 Inland Dr, Unit 3A

GlenLake Village

4 North Apartments

The Eagles

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404 Inland Dr, Unit 2B

475 Plum Creek Dr, Unit 107

Lake+House Apartments

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931 Jonathon Ct, Unit River Trails

4400 W Lake Ave

480 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit C
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Mount Prospect, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mount Prospect?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Mount Prospect Studio Apartments | $2,061 | $1,489 | $2,389 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $1,300 | $4,133 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $1,440 | $4,355 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,267 | $2,110 | $5,138 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,515 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mount Prospect Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Prospect, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood priced from $1,295. Hunt Club Apartments in the Milwaukee Avenue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Prospect apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Hunt Club Apartments | Ash (1 Bed U) | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Orion ParkView | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Eclipse at 1450 | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Element | 1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Orion Prospect | Kenwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,456 |
| Residences at Arlington Heights | The Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $1,458 |
| Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Sandstone 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| ReNew Lake Arlington | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Prospect area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at Piper Lane in the in the North Northfield neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Mount Prospect apartment is the 110 S Dunton Ave Model at 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C starting at $2,300 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Prospect apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piper Lane | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C | 110 S Dunton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Sandstone 2 Split | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 404 Inland Dr, Unit 2B | 404 Inland Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 490 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 490-A | 490 Pleasant Run Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 931 Jonathon Ct, Unit River Trails | 931 Jonathon Ct | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 488 E 5th Ct | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 5 | 1214 E Northwest Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| ReNew Lake Arlington | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Mount Prospect Overview
The city of Mount Prospect is a popular suburb of Chicago with a population of near 55,000 people. Many of those residents love the area's urban feel and the multiple entertainment options offered all throughout town. The community is made up of young professionals who are looking for a quality school system for their young children. Most choose to live in an apartment first in order to save money then purchase a home later.
Why live in Mount Prospect, IL?
Mount Prospect is a suburb of Chicago that has a growing population each year. It offers residents an urban surburban lifestyle that has plenty of entertainment options in the downtown area. The school system offered is one of the best in the United States today as the majority of the students are award-winning recipients of educational competitions offered by the state of Illinois. This gives a children a remarkable avenue to continuing their education at a higher level. Plus, Mount Prospect is an ideal location to raise an active family as the area is home to multiple outdoor parks.
Mount Prospect, ILPopulation: 54,198
Ranked #716
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Mount Prospect, IL
Lions Park Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mount Prospect Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mount Prospect?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mount Prospect is at 4 North Apartments listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Prospect Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mount Prospect Apartment is $1,295 at Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mount Prospect Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mount Prospect is starting from $1,570 at The Element.
What is the most affordable Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mount Prospect Greens and starts from $2,299.
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