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

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748 Inland Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

748 Inland Cir

748 Inland CirNaperville, IL 60563
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Orion 59
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Orion 59

30W041 Flamenco CtNaperville, IL 60563
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1353 Crab Apple Ct
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1353 Crab Apple Ct

1353 Crab Apple CtNaperville, IL 60540
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McDowell Forest Preserve, Naperville, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Orion 59Nichols1BR,1BA$1,457
The EmeryS3Studio,1BA$1,516
Views of Naperville1x1 Scene Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,540
Country Wood Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
219 Center St, Unit 1219 Center St2BR,1BA$1.92
Preserve at CanteraB6-Renovated2BR,2BA$1.95
Views of Naperville2x1 Insight/Aspect Superior2BR,1BA$2.02
Windscape of Naperville ApartmentsThe Gatewood2BR,1BA$2.27
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b1b2BR,1BA$1.91
Railway PlazaZephyr1BR,1BA$2.31
Country Wood Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
TGM McDowell PlaceA11BR,1BA$2.12
Autumn Run Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.81
Orion 59Nichols1BR,1BA$2.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mcdowell Forest Preserve, Naperville, IL

Ranked #8

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Western Chicago, IL. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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

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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