
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McDowell Forest Preserve Neighborhood of Naperville, IL from $700 (19 Rentals)
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Views of Naperville

Autumn Run Apartments

9 N Whispering Hills Dr, Unit Apt D

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Naperville - West

Windscape of Naperville Apartments

Fairways of Naperville

Fifteen98

TGM McDowell Place

1903 Brookdale Rd

1517 Westminster Dr

1491-1493 Georgia Ct.

209 Center St

5S100 Pebblewood Ln

The Emery
McDowell Forest Preserve, Naperville, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McDowell Forest Preserve?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDowell Forest Preserve Studio Apartments | $1,763 | $1,528 | $3,197 |
| McDowell Forest Preserve 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,339 | $4,635 |
| McDowell Forest Preserve 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,419 | $1,600 | $5,786 |
| McDowell Forest Preserve 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $2,579 | $4,269 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the McDowell Forest Preserve Neighborhood of Naperville, IL.
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Cheapest Available McDowell Forest Preserve Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDowell Forest Preserve area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumn Run Apartments priced from $1,400. Orion 59 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,457. Here are the most affordable McDowell Forest Preserve apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Orion 59 | Nichols | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
| The Emery | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,516 |
| Views of Naperville | 1x1 Scene Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,603 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDowell Forest Preserve, IL
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the McDowell Forest Preserve area is the $1.92 price per square foot 219 Center St Model at 219 Center St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value McDowell Forest Preserve apartment is the B6-Renovated Model at Preserve at Cantera starting at $2,240 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the South Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDowell Forest Preserve apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 219 Center St, Unit 1 | 219 Center St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Preserve at Cantera | B6-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Views of Naperville | 2x1 Insight/Aspect Superior | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Windscape of Naperville Apartments | The Gatewood | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Whispering Trails Apartments | wt_2b1b | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Railway Plaza | Zephyr | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Country Wood Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| TGM McDowell Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Autumn Run Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Orion 59 | Nichols | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Getting Around the McDowell Forest Preserve Neighborhood in Naperville, IL
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDowell Forest Preserve Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McDowell Forest Preserve?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McDowell Forest Preserve is at The Emery listed at $1,528.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McDowell Forest Preserve Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McDowell Forest Preserve Apartment is $1,400 at Autumn Run Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McDowell Forest Preserve Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McDowell Forest Preserve is starting from $1,603 at Country Wood Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable McDowell Forest Preserve Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McDowell Forest Preserve Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Preserve at Cantera and starts from $2,579.
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