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2 E Dundee Quarter Dr

1303 Wyndham Dr, Unit 108

646 N Kaspar Ave

446 Osage Ln

3255 KIRCHOFF Rd

1 Renaissance Pl

520 Hill Dr, Unit 304

508 E Spruce Dr
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1251 Wyndham Dr

337 N Carter St

525 N Quentin Rd, Unit 615

1009 Buccaneer Dr, Unit 3

755 Grove Dr, Unit 106

2A E Dundee Quarter Dr

2014 N Rand Rd

916 Casey Ct

615 Verde Dr
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908 Casey Ct

1255 N Sterling Ave, Unit 101

334 W Miner St, Unit 3A

829 S Dwyer Ave

1100 E Randville Dr

3000 Bayside Dr, Unit 204

110 S Dunton Ave

167 E Palatine Rd

110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3I
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525 N Quentin Rd, Unit 713

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Schaumburg - Convention Center

2028 N Rand Rd, Unit 201

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Woodfield Mall

856 E Capri Dr

1265 N Sterling Ave

1931 Prairie Square

510 W Eastman St, Unit 2F

510 W Eastman St
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3265 Kirchoff Rd

4424 Euclid Ave
Palatine, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Palatine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palatine 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,267 | $1,550 | $3,500 |
| Palatine 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,451 | $1,995 | $6,500 |
| Palatine 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,847 | $3,290 | $5,000 |
| Palatine 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available Palatine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palatine, IL is a Studio unit found at Plum Grove in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood priced from $1,300. The Preserve at Woodfield in the Des Plaines Arlington Hts Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palatine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Grove | Two Room Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Preserve at Woodfield | Elk | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Village Park Apartments | A1/3-700-X | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Fieldpointe of Schaumburg | Willow (S) | Studio,1BA | $1,536 |
| Village in the Park Apartments | Hawthorne Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,603 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palatine, IL
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palatine area is the $1.98 price per square foot D1 - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Albion on Lake Cook in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,655. The second greatest value Palatine apartment is the 110 S Dunton Ave Model at 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C starting at $2,500 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palatine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion on Lake Cook | D1 - 3 Bed, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| 110 S Dunton Ave, Unit 3C | 110 S Dunton Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| The Clayson | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Clover Ridge East Apartments | Sussex | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Stonebridge of Arlington Heights | 1x1 A Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Preserve at Woodfield | Elk | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Schaumburg- International Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Palatine?
There are currently 284 Apartments for Rent in Palatine, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,240 to $14,712. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palatine ranging from $1,475 to $6,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palatine?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palatine ranges from $1,475 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,986.
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