Parkway Crossing
378 Teckler Blvd,
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
1-3 Beds | $1,950 - $3,225
Rental Market Trends in Crystal Lake, IL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Crystal Lake, IL is $1,812/month.
Rent in Crystal Lake is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.
$1,812/month
Average Rent
800 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2%
Change / Year
307
Available Apartments
Crystal Lake rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Crystal Lake average $1,591 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Crystal Lake average $1,812 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Crystal Lake average $2,151 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Crystal Lake average $2,673 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Crystal Lake, IL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $37 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Crystal Lake, IL
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
10%
$700 - $1,000/month
30%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
35%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
25%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Crystal Lake?
Based on current rent prices, East Suburban McHenry is the most affordable neighborhood in Crystal Lake.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Crystal Lake?
Based on current rent prices, East Suburban McHenry is the most expensive neighborhood in Crystal Lake.
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Which Crystal Lake neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Crystal Lake with the most apartments available is East Suburban McHenry .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Crystal Lake, IL?
Because the average rent in Crystal Lake is $1,812, you’ll want to make about $6,040 per month or $72,480 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Crystal Lake, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Crystal Lake, IL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Crystal Lake Area GuideStudio
$1,424/month
$1,424/month
One Bedroom
$1,601/month
$1,601/month
Two Bedroom
$1,956/month
$1,956/month
Three Bedroom
$2,370/month
$2,370/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Crystal Lake?
The average rent in Crystal Lake is $1,812 per month, which is 9.0% higher than the national average of $1,662.
Are rents going up or down in Crystal Lake?
Rents in Crystal Lake, IL are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $37 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Crystal Lake?
In Crystal Lake, IL, 35% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.