Cheap Apartments for Rent in Old Mill Creek, IL from $600 (43 Rentals)

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Lakewood Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakewood Tower

320 N Milwaukee AveLake Villa, IL 60046
Senior Living
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Brookstone Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookstone Apartments

4247 Hickory Hills DrWaukegan, IL 60087
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property at 3305 Sunset Ave

$1,190 - $1,195

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3305 Sunset Ave

WaukeganIL60087

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Cheapest Available Old Mill Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Old Mill Creek, IL is a Studio unit found at CASA Apartments - Waukegan in the North Waukegan neighborhood priced from $675. Cinnamon Lake Towers in the North Waukegan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Old Mill Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CASA Apartments - WaukeganStudioStudio,1BA$675
Cinnamon Lake TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Kings Court Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1,150
Briarwood Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,175
Woodstone Village Apartments1x1 6951BR,1BA$1,200
Heritage Green1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,250
Willow Wind1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325
Country Chalet Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,340
Water's Edge Apartments1 Bdrm/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,365
Inspire Prairie SpringsA1Studio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Mill Creek, IL and Nearby

As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Mill Creek area is the $1.73 price per square foot Accera Model at Deercrest of Antioch in the in the Grant's Grove neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Old Mill Creek apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Lakeview Terrace Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Grant's Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Mill Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Deercrest of AntiochAccera2BR,2.5BA$1.73
Lakeview Terrace ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.37
Grays Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom Platinum2BR,1.5BA$1.56
Country Chalet Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.54
Willow Wind1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
Kings Court Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1.44
Heritage Green1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.67
Woodstone Village Apartments1x1 6951BR,1BA$1.73
Briarwood Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.72
CASA Apartments - WaukeganStudioStudio ,1BA$1.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Mill Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Mill Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Mill Creek is at CASA Apartments - Waukegan listed at $675.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Mill Creek Apartment is $775 at CASA Apartments - Waukegan.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Mill Creek is starting from $950 at CASA Apartments - Waukegan.

What is the most affordable Old Mill Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Mill Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CASA Apartments - Waukegan and starts from $1,050.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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