Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Baldwin Neighborhood of Palatine, IL from $1,100 (50 Rentals)

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Groves of Palatine
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Groves of Palatine

410-470 Mahogony DrPalatine, IL 60067
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The Metropolitan
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Metropolitan

235 N Smith StPalatine, IL 60067
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Brockway Place
Studio Apartments

Brockway Place

33-55 S Brockway StPalatine, IL 60067

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77 N Quentin Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

77 N Quentin Rd

77 N Quentin RdPalatine, IL 60067
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Hidden Prairie
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Prairie

588-679 N Hidden Prairie CtPalatine, IL 60067
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The Stratford
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Stratford

190 W Johnson StPalatine, IL 60067
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The Providence
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Providence

50 N Plum Grove RdPalatine, IL 60067
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24 N Silverton Ct
3 Bedroom Apartments

24 N Silverton Ct

24 N Silverton CtPalatine, IL 60067
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Whispering Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks

716 N Whispering Oaks CtPalatine, IL 60074
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Cornell Lakes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Lakes

400-510 Cornell AvePalatine, IL 60067
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Hamilton Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Creek

205 W Hamilton DrPalatine, IL 60067
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Palatine Commons
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palatine Commons

441 Fairview WayPalatine, IL 60067

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2-66 N Smith St
Studio Apartments

2-66 N Smith St

2-66 N Smith StPalatine, IL 60067
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Deer Run
Studio Apartments

Deer Run

634 N Deer Run DrPalatine, IL 60067
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Miramonte Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte Pointe

59 S Hale StPalatine, IL 60067

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Hamilton Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Place

223-265 W Jennifer LnPalatine, IL 60067
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Brandon Grove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brandon Grove

109-197 W Brandon CtPalatine, IL 60067
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1 Renaissance Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1 Renaissance Pl

1 Renaissance PlPalatine, IL 60067
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Park Towne
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Towne

140 W Wood StPalatine, IL 60067
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Hickory Hill
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Hill

802-893 St Johns PlPalatine, IL 60067
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Palatine Station
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Palatine Station

82-266 N Smith StPalatine, IL 60067

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435-516 E Fawn Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

435-516 E Fawn Ln

435-516 E Fawn LnPalatine, IL 60074
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Auburn Woods
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Woods

818-1087 N Auburn Woods DrPalatine, IL 60067
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Golfview Commons
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Golfview Commons

220-266 W Golfview TerPalatine, IL 60067
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116 W Wood St
Studio Apartments

116 W Wood St

116 W Wood StPalatine, IL 60067
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Fleetwood Center
Studio Apartments

Fleetwood Center

323-409 N Northwest HwyPalatine, IL 60067
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525 N Quentin Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 N Quentin Rd

525 N Quentin RdPalatine, IL 60067
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430 W Palatine Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

430 W Palatine Rd

430 W Palatine RdPalatine, IL 60067
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Baldwin, Palatine, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Baldwin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Baldwin area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Albion on Northwest priced from $1,500. The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Baldwin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Albion on NorthwestOak (A)1BR,1BA$1,500
The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 740 sqft1BR,1BA$1,550
The Clayson1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,565
Albion on Lake Cook(C1r) 2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,899
Deer Park Crossing ApartmentsClover1BR,1BA$2,265

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Baldwin, IL

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Baldwin area is the $1.71 price per square foot (D1r) 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Albion on Lake Cook in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Baldwin apartment is the 441 N Eric Dr Model at 441 N Eric Dr, Unit 3A starting at $1,795 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Baldwin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Albion on Lake Cook(D1r) 3 Bed, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.71
441 N Eric Dr, Unit 3A441 N Eric Dr2BR,2BA$1.80
116 W Wood St, Unit 3 - Penthouse116 W Wood St2BR,2BA$1.90
Deer Park Crossing ApartmentsClover1BR,1BA$2.64
Albion on NorthwestOak (Ah)1BR,1BA$2.44
The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 720 sqft1BR,1BA$2.37
The Clayson1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.24

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Baldwin, Palatine, IL

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Baldwin Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Baldwin?

The cheapest apartment in Baldwin is Albion on Northwest which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Baldwin costs $2,300.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Baldwin?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 44 regular apartments in Baldwin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Baldwin?

Cheap apartments in Baldwin have an average cost of $941 which is $1,359 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Baldwin.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.