
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Round Lake, IL from $800 (42 Rentals)
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Coventry Glen Apartments

Eleven 5 Lake

Patriot Oaks

Wauconda Park Apartments

Fawn Ridge Apartments

Liberty Towers

Beech St Senior Lofts
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508 Garfield Rd

534 E Washington St

Moore Court Apartments

The Woods of Terra Springs

Heritage Green Apartments

506 Lincoln Ave

Mallard Ridge

Brittany Square
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Deep Lake Hermitage

Cook Apartments at Libertyville

Lakeside Village Apartments

Grays Pointe Apartments

321 Meadow Green Ln

Tuckaway Townhomes

The Meadows Apartments Lakemoor

The Blake at Fox River
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Station 250

Morris Station

Grand Oaks

343 Meadow Green Ln

434 Meadow Green Ln

Cardinal Square - Building D2

West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay

Thomas Place Fox Lake
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Lakewood Tower

Harbor View Apartments

1506 Spring Brook Ct

46 N Lake Ave

215 E Park Ave

37439 N Lake Shore Dr

1147 N Red Oak Cir

Cardinal Square - Building C
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422 Meadow Green Ln

1288 N Red Oak Cir
Round Lake, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Round Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Round Lake Studio Apartments | $1,729 | $1,024 | $2,143 |
| Cheap Round Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $1,100 | $2,794 |
| Cheap Round Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $1,244 | $3,715 |
| Cheap Round Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,536 | $1,257 | $4,586 |
| Cheap Round Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,024 | $3,550 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Round Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Round Lake, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rosewood Round Lake priced from $1,244. Patriot Oaks in the Amber Shores neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,307. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Round Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Round Lake | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Patriot Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,307 |
| 534 E Washington St | One bed/One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Brittany Square | 1A Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 710 SQ FT MID LEVEL | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Grays Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Tuckaway Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1,562 |
| The Meadows Apartments Lakemoor | Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1,686 |
| Grand Oaks | Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Round Lake, IL
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Round Lake area is the $1.80 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Morris Station in the in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,451. The second greatest value Round Lake apartment is the Waiting List Model at Northline Apartments starting at $1,990 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Downtown Libertyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Round Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Station | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Northline Apartments | Waiting List | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| River Place | Residence #5, 6, 7 and 8 (Plus Den) | 1BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Blake at Fox River | Langford Terrace | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Grays Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom Platinum | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Rosewood Round Lake | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Tuckaway Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Meadows Apartments Lakemoor | Willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 534 E Washington St | One bed/One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Best Local Schools in Round Lake, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Round Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Round Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Round Lake Apartment is $1,307 at Patriot Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Round Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Round Lake is starting from $1,244 at Rosewood Round Lake.
What is the most affordable Round Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Round Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tuckaway Townhomes and starts from $1,801.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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