
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fox River Valley Neighborhood of Saint Charles, IL from $800 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fox River Valley area of Saint Charles.


Fox Run Apartments

Haven St. Charles

The Township at St. Charles

Reserve at Prairie Centre

115 N 5th St, Unit 2

115 N 5th St, Unit Upper

Springs at St Charles

115 N 5th St, Unit Upper
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The Crossings at St. Charles

1360 Brook St

The View Apartments St Charles

Prairie Pointe Apartments

1350 Brook St

Ascend St. Charles

Anthony Place at Prairie Centre

Fox Place Apartments

Firethorne
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222 State St

515 W State St

318 Dunham Place Commons

717 Stuarts Dr

Lorlyn of Batavia

Butterfield Trails Apartments

Pepper Valley Apartments

Reserve at Village Center

Green Meadows Apartments
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The Village at Mill Creek

The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing

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Timber Creek

Seasons at North Aurora

Authentix South Elgin

13 Simpson St

Springs At South Elgin

Residence at Mill Creek

Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park
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River Oaks

Lincoln Court

Revere House

Geneva Park

Windmill Manor

Springs At Orchard Road Apartments

129 S Batavia Ave

608 N Washington Ave

The Reserve of Geneva
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Ashford at Geneva

153 Spuhler Dr

2805 Packford Ln
Fox River Valley, St. Charles, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fox River Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Valley Studio Apartments | $1,786 | $1,545 | $2,915 |
| Fox River Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,075 | $3,516 |
| Fox River Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,245 | $4,388 |
| Fox River Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $2,030 | $4,955 |
| Fox River Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,032 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fox River Valley Neighborhood of Saint Charles, IL.
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Cheapest Available Fox River Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fox River Valley area of St. Charles, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox Run Apartments priced from $1,469. Haven St. Charles has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,505. Here are the most affordable Fox River Valley apartments for rent in St. Charles, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run Apartments | Shelby | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
| Haven St. Charles | A1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Springs At Orchard Road Apartments | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,559 |
| Green Meadows Apartments | Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Timber Creek | The Ridge | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Reserve at Prairie Centre | Aster | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| Seasons at North Aurora | A | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Authentix South Elgin | Studio Retreat Courtyard | Studio,1BA | $1,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fox River Valley, IL
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fox River Valley area is the $1.92 price per square foot B1 Model at Randall Highlands in the in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,633. The second greatest value Fox River Valley apartment is the Sunflower Model at Reserve at Village Center starting at $2,430 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Randall Road Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fox River Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Randall Highlands | B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Reserve at Village Center | Sunflower | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| The Village at Mill Creek | Ginkgo | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Pepper Valley Apartments | Herrington - 2Bd/2Ba-Vaulted Ceiling | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Ascend St. Charles | B4 - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Haven St. Charles | A1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Apartments at Kirkland Crossing | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Shelby | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois including Fox River Valley, Saint Charles, and the greater St. Charles area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fox River Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fox River Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fox River Valley is at The Township at St. Charles listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fox River Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fox River Valley Apartment is $1,469 at Fox Run Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fox River Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fox River Valley is starting from $1,825 at Pepper Valley Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fox River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fox River Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Green Meadows Apartments and starts from $2,400.
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