
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chestnut Woods Neighborhood of Palatine, IL from $1,300 (33 Rentals)
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Chestnut Woods, Palatine, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chestnut Woods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,500 | $1,950 |
| Chestnut Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $1,690 | $2,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Chestnut Woods Neighborhood of Palatine, IL.
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Cheapest Available Chestnut Woods Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chestnut Woods, IL
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chestnut Woods area is the $1.54 price per square foot 340 W Johnson St Model at 340 W Johnson St, Unit Apt. 2 in the in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood starting from $1,690. The second greatest value Chestnut Woods apartment is the Oak (Ah) Model at Albion on Northwest starting at $1,795 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chestnut Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 340 W Johnson St, Unit Apt. 2 | 340 W Johnson St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (Ah) | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChestnut Woods, Palatine, IL
Ranked #9
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chestnut Woods Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chestnut Woods?
The cheapest apartment in Chestnut Woods is Albion on Northwest which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Chestnut Woods costs $2,062.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chestnut Woods?
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 21 regular apartments in Chestnut Woods that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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