Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fox River Valley Neighborhood of Saint Charles, IL from $800 (23 Rentals)

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Haven St. Charles
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Haven St. Charles

1909 Oak StSt. Charles, IL 60174

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Fox Place Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Place Apartments

1336 W Main StSt. Charles, IL 60174
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Lincoln Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Court

405 S Batavia AveBatavia, IL 60510
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Revere House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Revere House

233 S Batavia AveBatavia, IL 60510
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Windmill Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windmill Manor

2400 Hawks DrBatavia, IL 60510
Senior Living
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Geneva Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Geneva Park

7-20 Simpson StGeneva, IL 60134
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Fox River Valley, St. Charles, IL Local Guide

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 Green Meadows Apartments priced from $1,450. Authentix South Elgin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,457. Here are the most affordable Fox River Valley apartments for rent in St. Charles, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Green Meadows ApartmentsClassic1BR,1BA$1,450
Authentix South ElginStudio Horizon CourtyardStudio,1BA$1,457
River OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,530
The Township at St. CharlesAdeleStudio,1BA$1,594
Springs At South ElginStudio Grand OverlookStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fox River Valley, IL

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fox River Valley area is the $1.97 price per square foot 3A Model at Seasons at North Aurora in the in the Randall Road Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Fox River Valley apartment is the Inverness Model at Randall Highlands starting at $3,285 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fox River Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seasons at North Aurora3A3BR,2BA$1.97
Randall HighlandsInverness3BR,2.5BA$2.25
The Apartments at Kirkland CrossingOak2BR,2BA$1.90
FirethornePremier2BR,2BA$1.85
Pepper Valley Apartments2 BDR/2 BATH2BR,2BA$1.71
Prairie Winds Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A11BR,1BA$2.27
Green Meadows ApartmentsLuxury2BR,1.5BA$2.11
St. Charles Place Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.89
Ashford at Geneva2A2BR,1BA$1.95
The Township at St. CharlesAdeleStudio ,1BA$2.28

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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!

Getting Around the Fox River Valley Neighborhood in Saint Charles, IL

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Authentix South Elgin listed at $1,457.

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 $1,450 at Green Meadows 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 $1,675 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 The View Apartments St Charles and starts from $2,375.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.