
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Prairie Grove, IL from $500 (34 Rentals)
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4408 W Shamrock Ln, Unit 2D
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The Greens Of Irish Prairie

3929 Main St

651 S Virginia Rd

Taylor Place

571 Somerset Ln

352 College St
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219 Uteg St

5 S Virginia Rd
Prairie Grove, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prairie Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Grove Studio Apartments | $1,401 | $1,080 | $1,657 |
| Prairie Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $570 | $2,401 |
| Prairie Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,194 | $3,247 |
| Prairie Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,460 | $3,590 |
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Cheapest Available Prairie Grove Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Prairie Grove, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cary Horizon in the Arrowhead neighborhood priced from $570. McHenry Commons in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $576. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Prairie Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary Horizon | 1 Bedroom - 30-60% | 1BR,1BA | $570 |
| McHenry Commons | Birch - 30% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $576 |
| Wauconda Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Fawn Ridge Apartments | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Patriot Prairie of Woodstock | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Patriot Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,307 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Coventry Glen Apartments | 1 Bdrm/1 Bath-1st FlrH | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prairie Grove, IL and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prairie Grove area is the $1.25 price per square foot Champion Single Wide Model at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community in the in the East Suburban McHenry neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Prairie Grove apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Stone Edge Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the The Oaks at Irish Praire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prairie Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Stone Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| River Place | Residence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den) | 1BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Crystal Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhome with Firepl | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Cary Horizon | 2 Bedroom - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| McHenry Commons | Birch - 30% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 4408 W Shamrock Ln, Unit 2D | 4408 W Shamrock Ln | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Fawn Ridge Apartments | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prairie Grove Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prairie Grove Apartment is $570 at Cary Horizon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prairie Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prairie Grove is starting from $1,347 at Fawn Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Prairie Grove Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prairie Grove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community and starts from $1,500.
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