
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richmond, IL from $500 (40 Rentals)
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500 Cunat Blvd, Unit 2B

330 Cunat Blvd

300 Cunat Blvd

McHenry Commons

Whitetail Ridge

Willow Brooke

Antioch Manor Apartments
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Tan Oak Apartments

Autumnwood Apartments

Patriot Oaks

Silver Creek Apartments

424 Wisconsin St, Unit 424 S. Wisconsin St

Garden Quarter Apartments

Patriot Prairie of Woodstock

Lakeview Terrace Apartments
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Anita Terrace Apartments

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Prairie Apartments

Coventry Glen Apartments

The Woods of Terra Springs

The Blake at Fox River

The Ridges of Geneva East

Geneva Estates
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Geneva Meadows

Deep Lake Hermitage

726 Walworth St

11236 258th Ct

38381 N 6th Ave

Harbor View Apartments

4312 W Shamrock Ln

Fawn Ridge Apartments
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Oak Terrace Apartments

3929 Main St

28 Jamaica Colony

57 Vail Colony St

3004 Michael St

10102 Main St

Taylor Place

3607 Waukegan Rd
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Richmond, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,375 | $1,080 | $1,536 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $576 | $2,502 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $731 | $3,124 |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,407 | $2,267 |
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Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Richmond, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at McHenry Commons in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood priced from $576. Whitetail Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $612. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McHenry Commons | Sugar Maple - 30% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $576 |
| Whitetail Ridge | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $612 |
| Tan Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 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 |
| Lakeview Terrace Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Blake at Fox River | Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, IL and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay in the in the Amber Shores neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Lower 2 Car Attached Garage Direct... Model at Lake Breeze Estates starting at $2,099 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Walworth County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Lake Breeze Estates | 2 Bed 2 Bath Lower 2 Car Attached Garage Direct... | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| River Place | Residence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den) | 1BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| McHenry Commons | Hornbeam - 60% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Ridges of Geneva East | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Lakeview Terrace Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| 424 Wisconsin St, Unit 424 S. Wisconsin St | 424 Wisconsin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Fawn Ridge Apartments | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Whitetail Ridge | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Tan Oak Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $576 at McHenry Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is starting from $1,347 at Fawn Ridge Apartments.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.