
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Lakes Neighborhood of West Chicago, IL from $1,100 (7 Rentals)
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Cornerstone Lakes, West Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornerstone Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Lakes Studio Apartments | $1,627 | $1,550 | $1,669 |
| Cornerstone Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,136 | $2,205 |
| Cornerstone Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,645 | $2,767 |
| Cornerstone Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,500 | $3,138 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cornerstone Lakes Neighborhood of West Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Cornerstone Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cornerstone Lakes area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences priced from $1,136. Timber Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,355. Here are the most affordable Cornerstone Lakes apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornerstone Lakes, IL
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cornerstone Lakes area is the $2.27 price per square foot 1 BR Designer Overlook Model at Springs at St Charles in the in the Oak Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Cornerstone Lakes apartment is the Birch Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,725 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornerstone Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Timber Lake | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| The View Apartments St Charles | Outlook | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Best Local Schools in Cornerstone Lakes, West Chicago, IL
Norton Creek Elementary School
St Charles East High School
Wredling Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cornerstone Lakes Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Lakes Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cornerstone Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornerstone Lakes is starting from $1,725 at Timber Lake.
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