
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL from $800 (44 Rentals)
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331 Hawthorne Cir, Unit 2

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Orion Prospect

The Element

Forest Cove Apartments

1050 N Wheeling Rd

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1705 W Mansard Ln, Unit 106

Huntington Square
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Victoria Hills

Mansard Lane Apartments

16 W Busse Ave

1709 W Victoria Dr

Windsor Courts

Brownstone Court

637 W Pickwick Ct

The Eclipse at 1450
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Orion ParkView

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35 E Palatine Rd

ReNew Des Plaines North & South

Dryden Homes- 1-21 N Dryden Pl

660 Piper Ln

490 Pleasant Run Dr, Unit 490-A

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Ashton Arlington Heights

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1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 5

ReNew Lake Arlington

Residences at Arlington Heights

Circle Hill Apartments

214-222 S Pine Ave

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Shady Way

919 S McKinley Ave

1214 E Northwest Highway

ReNew Des Plaines North

1376-1384 Brown St

Carroll Square - NO FEES AT THIS PROPERTY!!

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Salem Lane Apartments
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315 SALEM LLC

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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 | $1,781 | $1,000 | $2,375 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,309 | $4,126 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,500 | $4,354 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $1,781 | $6,827 |
| Cheap Mount Prospect 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,207 | $6,443 | $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. Mount Prospect Greens in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,379. 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 |
| Mount Prospect Greens | 1x1BP - Partial Renovated Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Orion Prospect | Kenwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,388 |
| The Element | 1 Bed 1 Bath Cottonwood B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Foxboro Apartments | Easton | 1BR,1BA | $1,464 |
| Orion ParkView | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,489 |
| Ashton Arlington Heights | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Prospect area is the $0.50 price per square foot 35 E Palatine Rd Model at 35 E Palatine Rd in the in the North Northfield neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Mount Prospect apartment is the 2 BR/ 2 BA Model at Piper Lane starting at $1,950 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the North Northfield 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. |
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| 35 E Palatine Rd | 35 E Palatine Rd | Studio ,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| Piper Lane | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| ReNew Lake Arlington | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Briarwood Terrace Apartments | Northpoint 2 Split | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| Ashton Arlington Heights | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| The Eagles | 1x1 deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 437 Graceland Ave, Unit 2N | 437 Graceland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Forest Cove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 5 | 1214 E Northwest Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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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 Buckingham listed at $1,655.
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 $1,600 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 Residences at Arlington Heights and starts from $2,126.
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