
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Cook Road Neighborhood of Wheeling, IL from $800 (17 Rentals)
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One Wheeling Town Center

Park Meadows LLC

Uptown 500

200 Deborah Ln
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130-140 N Wolf Rd

823-863 N Elmhurst Rd

333 Center St

Park Point

Shadowbend
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78 Glendale St

Wheeling Manor

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290 8th St

The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments
Lake Cook Road, Wheeling, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Cook Road?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cook Road Studio Apartments | $1,951 | $1,873 | $2,008 |
| Lake Cook Road 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,675 | $2,813 |
| Lake Cook Road 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,850 | $3,644 |
| Lake Cook Road 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,938 | $2,953 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lake Cook Road Neighborhood of Wheeling, IL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Cook Road Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Cook Road area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Meadows LLC priced from $1,675. The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Lake Cook Road apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Meadows LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments | Doral | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Northgate Crossing of Wheeling | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Uptown 500 | The 312 (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2,118 |
| One Wheeling Town Center | 1B1BA-1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Cook Road, IL
As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Cook Road area is the $2.60 price per square foot 1B1BA-1Q Model at One Wheeling Town Center in the in the McHenry Road neighborhood starting from $2,239. The second greatest value Lake Cook Road apartment is the The 312 (A1) Model at Uptown 500 starting at $2,118 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the McHenry Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Cook Road apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Wheeling Town Center | 1B1BA-1Q | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Uptown 500 | The 312 (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Park Meadows LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Northgate Crossing of Wheeling | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| The Green At Chevy Chase Apartments | Doral | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Cook Road, Wheeling, IL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Cook Road Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Cook Road Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Cook Road Apartment is $1,675 at Park Meadows LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Cook Road Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Cook Road is starting from $1,850 at Park Meadows LLC.
What is the most affordable Lake Cook Road Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Cook Road Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at One Wheeling Town Center and starts from $2,993.
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