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363 E Rimini Ct

1 Renaissance Pl

304 N Carter St, Unit 104

304 N Carter St

2407 Randall Ln

1321 E Ports O Call Dr

1227 E Long Valley Dr, Unit 1A

1813 Hemlock Pl
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1331 E Ports O Call Dr

444 Osage Ln

1851 N Green Ln N

525 N Quentin Rd

3275 Kirchoff Rd

456 E Spruce Dr

6B E Dundee Quarter Dr

337 N Carter St

337 N Carter St, Unit #202
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337 N Carter St

130 Crestwood Ct

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Woodfield Mall

211 N Bothwell St

1453 N Winslowe Dr, Unit 303

525 N Quentin Rd

1255 N Sterling Ave

525 N Quentin Rd

809 S Dwyer Ave
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803 S Dwyer Ave

225 S Rohlwing Rd

1237 Wyndham Ct

880 S Plum Grove Rd

236 Robert Parker Coffin Rd

110 S Dunton Ave

913 Casey Ct

2423 N Kennicott Dr

1 N Chestnut Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Palatine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palatine 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,119 | $1,550 | $5,500 |
| Palatine 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,053 | $2,100 | $7,500 |
| Palatine 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,288 | $2,999 | $3,550 |
| Palatine 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Palatine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palatine, IL is a Studio unit found at Fleetwood Center in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood priced from $1,100. Plum Grove in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palatine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Plum Grove | Two Room Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Preserve at Woodfield | Elk | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (A) 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,416 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| 21 Kristin | 1x1P - (Partial) | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
| Versailles on the Lakes Schaumburg | Calais - West | Studio,1BA | $1,510 |
| Village Park Apartments, LLC | A1/1-700-X | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 740 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palatine, IL
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palatine area is the $1.81 price per square foot D1 - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Albion on Lake Cook in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $2,432. The second greatest value Palatine apartment is the 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths Model at Circle Hill Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Coventry Park 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 | $1.81 |
| Circle Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
| 441 N Eric Dr, Unit 3A | 441 N Eric Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| The Clayson | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Preserve at Woodfield | Arbor | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Stonebridge of Arlington Heights | 1x1 A Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 116 W Wood St, Unit 1E | 116 W Wood St | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Schaumburg- International Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 214-222 S Pine Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 740 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palatine
What type of rentals are currently available in Palatine?
There are currently 286 Apartments for Rent in Palatine, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,226 to $9,110. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palatine ranging from $1,400 to $7,500.
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 $1,400 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,301.
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