Cheap Apartments for Rent near Plato Center, IL from $962 (43 Rentals)

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39 Surrey Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

39 Surrey Dr

51 Surrey DrElgin, IL 60123
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269 Douglas Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

269 Douglas Ave

269 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120

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278 Douglas Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

278 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
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Elgin Tower Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elgin Tower Lofts

100 E Chicago StElgin, IL 60120
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Woodcreek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodcreek

11700 Woodcreek EHuntley, IL 60142
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333 Raymond St
2 Bedroom Apartments

333 Raymond St

326-334 Raymond StElgin, IL 60120
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Firethorne
2 Bedroom Apartments

Firethorne

1350 Brook StSt. Charles, IL 60174

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Plato Center, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plato Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plato Center, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Haven St. Charles in the Riverfront neighborhood priced from $1,229. River's Landing Apartments in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plato Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Haven St. CharlesA1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated1BR, 1BA$1,229
River's Landing Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft1BR, 1BA$1,235
Meadowdale Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft1BR, 1BA$1,235
Royal Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$1,400
200 S Lincoln1BD/1BA1BR, 1BA$1,400
Eden Prairie Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Ground Level1BR, 1BA$1,425
Authentix South ElginStudio Horizon OverlookStudio, 1BA$1,527
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 723 sqft1BR, 1BA$1,535
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR, 1BA$1,550
Fox Run Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plato Center, IL and Nearby

As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plato Center area is the $1.37 price per square foot Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Plato Center apartment is the C2- Upper Model at 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes in the Sandy Creek Estates neighborhood starting at $2,732 with a $1.91 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plato Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terrabrook at Prairie RidgeGregory End4BR, 2.5BA$1.37
1900 at Canterfield Apartment HomesC2- Upper3BR, 2BA$1.91
Fountain Square2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den2BR, 2.5BA$2.00
311 Barrington Ave Lofts1 Bed Room1BR, 1BA$1.75
River's Landing Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft2BR, 1BA$1.87
Haven St. CharlesA1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated1BR, 1BA$1.65
Wing Park Residencewp-1bs1BR, 1BA$2.14
Blackhawk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 723 sqft1BR, 1BA$2.14
Meadowdale Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 667 sq ft1BR, 1BA$1.85
200 S Lincoln1BD/1BA1BR, 1BA$2.15

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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plato Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plato Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plato Center is at Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,400.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plato Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plato Center Apartment is $1,229 at Haven St. Charles.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plato Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plato Center is starting from $1,450 at River's Landing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Plato Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plato Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge and starts from $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

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