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1112 Westover Ln

746 Prescott Dr, Unit 205, Unit 205

1926 Prairie Square

1800 Huntington Blvd, Unit 206, Unit 206

57 E Hattendorf Ave

112 Mullingar Ct
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1104 Mercury Dr

1104 Mercury Dr, Unit 151B, Unit 151B

670 Hill Dr, Unit 670 Hill drive, Unit 670 Hill drive

1912 Huntington Blvd

225 Main St

1880 Bonnie Ln, Unit 118

920 Casey Ct
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580 Mesa Dr, Unit 201

636 Forum Dr

1375 Rebecca Dr

102 Tonset Ct

2632 Pirates Cv, Unit 2632 Pirates Cove #6, Unit 2632 Pirates Cove #6

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Woodfield Mall

722 Whitesail Dr
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224 Westminster Ct

220 S Roselle Rd
Schaumburg, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Schaumburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaumburg 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,283 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
| Schaumburg 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,857 | $2,100 | $3,890 |
| Schaumburg 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,960 | $3,050 | $6,450 |
| Schaumburg 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Schaumburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Schaumburg, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Hills Apartments in the East Streamwood neighborhood priced from $985. Westline in the East Streamwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,284. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schaumburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Hills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Westline | STU-410 | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
| Plum Grove | Two Room Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Rose Glen Senior | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,333 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schaumburg, IL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Schaumburg area is the $1.98 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Roselle Station Apartments in the starting from $2,627. The second greatest value Schaumburg apartment is the Algonquin Model at The Preserve at Woodfield starting at $2,190 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Des Plaines Arlington Hts Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Schaumburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roselle Station Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| The Preserve at Woodfield | Algonquin | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Woodbury Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom Floor Plan C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Willow Bend | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| ReNew Poplar Creek | Columbia | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | C | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Barrington Lakes Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Geneva | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Colonial Village Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Springhill | A1/A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Schaumburg?
There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Schaumburg, IL with pricing that ranges from $985 to $14,691. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schaumburg ranging from $1,395 to $6,450.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Schaumburg?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Schaumburg ranges from $1,395 to $6,450 with an average monthly rent of $2,785.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Schaumburg?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Schaumburg range from $1,860 to $14,681, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $3,890. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.
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