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1903 Brookdale Rd

NapervilleIL60563
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1353 Crab Apple Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1353 Crab Apple Ct

1353 Crab Apple CtNaperville, IL 60540
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1491-1493 Georgia Ct.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1491-1493 Georgia Ct.

1491 Georgia CtNaperville, IL 60540
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property at 511 Aurora Ave

511 Aurora Ave

NapervilleIL60540

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Cress Creek, Naperville, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cress Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cress Creek area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at The Emery priced from $1,501. Whispering Trails Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here are the most affordable Cress Creek apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EmeryS3Studio,1BA$1,501
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b1b2BR,1BA$1,510
Iroquois ClubStudio Floor Plan S1RStudio,1BA$1,570
Brookdale LakesSuperior1BR,1BA$1,575
Windscape of Naperville ApartmentsThe Clarendon1BR,1BA$1,583
Views of Naperville1x1 Scene Superior1BR,1BA$1,705
Dwell at NapervilleSequoia w Extension1BR,1BA$1,796
Arbors of BrookdaleAshwood1BR,1BA$1,805
Domain CityGateA31BR,1BA$1,850
Everton FlatsB11BR,1BA$1,945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cress Creek, IL

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cress Creek area is the $2.28 price per square foot Premium Two-Story + Loft + Attached Garage B6 Model at Grand Reserve of Naperville in the in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Cress Creek apartment is the Forestwood Model at Arbors of Brookdale starting at $2,600 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cress Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Reserve of NapervillePremium Two-Story + Loft + Attached Garage B62BR,2BA$2.28
Arbors of BrookdaleForestwood3BR,2BA$2.14
TGM McDowell PlaceB22BR,1.5BA$1.79
Brookdale LakesOhio2BR,2BA$2.30
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b2b2BR,2BA$1.80
Arden of Warrenville1B-21BR,1BA$2.29
Views of Naperville1x1 Scene Superior1BR,1BA$2.08
Preserve at CanteraA1-Renovated1BR,1BA$2.68
Iroquois ClubStudio Floor Plan S1RStudio ,1BA$2.42
Dwell at NapervilleYosemite1BR,1BA$2.78

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Cress Creek, Naperville, IL

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Western Chicago, IL. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Cress Creek Neighborhood in Naperville, IL

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

11 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cress Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cress Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cress Creek is at The Emery listed at $1,501.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cress Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cress Creek Apartment is $1,583 at Windscape of Naperville Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cress Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cress Creek is starting from $1,510 at Whispering Trails Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cress Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cress Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arbors of Brookdale and starts from $2,600.

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