
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL from $1,200 (21 Rentals)
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1014 E Prairie Ave

928 Jonathan Ct

1500 Busse Rd

1845 White Chapel Dr

2214 S Goebbert Rd, Unit Unit 275

700 Perrie Dr
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870 E Old Willow Rd

974 Crabapple Dr, Unit 306

850 E Old Willow Rd

1519 N Windsor Dr

16 E Old Willow Rd, Unit 514 N

860 Winesap Ct, Unit 105

1125 Pleasant Run Dr
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809 S Dwyer Ave

450 Plum Creek Dr, Unit 108

803 S Dwyer Ave

2423 E Olive St, Unit Pool Park Ground Unit

140 E Northwest Hwy

2206 S Goebbert Rd

1115 E Algonquin Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Prospect?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Prospect 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,111 | $1,695 | $2,800 |
| Mount Prospect 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,265 | $2,000 | $7,500 |
| Mount Prospect 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,299 | $3,500 | $5,400 |
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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 M) | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Centennial North | North | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Eclipse at 1450 | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,361 |
| Orion Prospect | Edison | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Prospect area is the $2.02 price per square foot 322 Model at Lions Park Row in the in the Westgate neighborhood starting from $4,295. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lions Park Row | 322 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
| Piper Lane | 2 BR/ 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| 903 E Ardyce Ln, Unit #2 | 903 E Ardyce Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Eagles | 1x1 deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 488 E 5th Ct, Unit B | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1214 E Northwest Hwy, Unit 5 | 1214 E Northwest Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Ashton Arlington Heights | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Eclipse at 1450 | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Prospect?
There are currently 428 Apartments for Rent in Mount Prospect, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,160 to $12,237. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Prospect ranging from $1,275 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Prospect?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Prospect ranges from $1,275 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,823.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Prospect?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Prospect range from $1,781 to $6,308, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,387.
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