
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shirland, IL from $400 (43 Rentals)
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Roberts Court

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Halsted Park Apartments

Grand Avenue Apartments

Water Tower Place

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Northgate Apartments LLC
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INMAN ESTATES

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Windsor Apartments

Carlton Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

320 Highland Ave

3036 La Salle Ave

3023-3031 La Salle Ave
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2915 Sherman Ave

2315 Auburn St

741 Cleveland St

Burnham Lofts

William Brown Lofts

727 Garfield Ave

532 Clifford Ave

912 Furman St
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504 Lexington Ave

615 Newport Ave

705 Corbin St
Shirland, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shirland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirland Studio Apartments | $1,209 | $950 | $1,467 |
| Shirland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $800 | $2,925 |
| Shirland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $955 | $3,050 |
| Shirland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,199 | $2,695 |
| Shirland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $2,065 | $2,065 |
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Cheapest Available Shirland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirland, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Roberts Court in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $820. Windsor Apartments in the Central Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Park Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Water Tower Place | 2.1 - Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Maple Creek | 2 Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Hawks Ridge Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirland, IL and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirland area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at The Haven at Willow Creek in the in the North Rock neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Shirland apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Haven at Willow Creek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Water Tower Place | 2.1 - Affordable | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Hawks Ridge Apartments | Bayview | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Riverside Terrace Apartments | Riverside Terrace - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Lofts at Hawks Ridge | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Riverside Apartments | Studio with washer and dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Windsor Apartment | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirland Apartment is $820 at Roberts Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shirland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirland is starting from $825 at Windsor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shirland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverside Apartments and starts from $1,345.
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