Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mount Prospect Neighborhood of Mount Prospect, IL from $900 (15 Rentals)

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Brownstone Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brownstone Court

1474-1484 S Brownstone CtMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Windsor Courts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Courts

519 Dempster StMount Prospect, IL 60056
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637 W Pickwick Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

637 W Pickwick Ct

637 W Pickwick CtMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Orion ParkView
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Orion ParkView

1821 W Golf RdMount Prospect, IL 60056
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Shady Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shady Way

920 E Shady WayArlington Heights, IL 60005
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919 S McKinley Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

919 S McKinley Ave

919 S McKinley AveArlington Heights, IL 60005

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Des Plaines Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Des Plaines Apartments

510-570 E Seegers RdDes Plaines, IL 60016
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Dryden Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dryden Apartments

1 N Dryden PlArlington Heights, IL 60004
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Downtown Mount Prospect, Mount Prospect, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Mount Prospect Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mount Prospect area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Orion ParkView priced from $1,452. The Element has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,457. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mount Prospect apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orion ParkViewMonroe1BR,1BA$1,452
The ElementBirch1BR,1BA$1,457
The Eclipse at 1450Willow1BR,1BA$1,538
Orion Arlington LakesLincoln1BR,1BA$1,595
Mount Prospect Greens2x1AP - Partial Renovated Evanston2BR,1BA$1,649

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mount Prospect, IL

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mount Prospect area is the $1.92 price per square foot 315 W Prospect Ave Model at 315 W Prospect Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Mount Prospect apartment is the Sheridan Model at Orion Arlington Lakes starting at $2,065 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Mount Prospect neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mount Prospect apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
315 W Prospect Ave, Unit 1315 W Prospect Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.92
Orion Arlington LakesSheridan2BR,2BA$1.74
HQ ResidencesHQ-2A2BR,2BA$2.59
Buckinghamb1-buck2BR,2BA$2.46
Mount Prospect Greens2x1AR - Renovated Evanston2BR,1BA$1.91
Orion ParkViewWells - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.62
488 E 5th Ct, Unit B488 E 5th Ct1BR,1BA$1.75
The Eclipse at 1450Willow1BR,1BA$2.18
The ElementBirch1BR,1BA$2.26
Huntington Square1A-2181BR,1BA$2.46

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Mount Prospect, Mount Prospect, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Mount Prospect Neighborhood in Mount Prospect, IL

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mount Prospect Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Mount Prospect?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Mount Prospect is at 4 North Apartments listed at $1,875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mount Prospect Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mount Prospect Apartment is $1,466 at The Element.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Mount Prospect Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Mount Prospect is starting from $1,607 at The Eclipse at 1450.

What is the most affordable Downtown Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Mount Prospect Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Element and starts from $2,745.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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