Apartments For Rent in McHenry, IL

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Apartments For Rent Near McHenry, IL

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What Locals Say about McHenry

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McHenry, IL: easygoing, family-centric living with parks, paths, and a budding downtown. People like safe, quiet blocks, good schools, walkable parks, and lively community events. They dislike scarce transit, long drives to jobs, some noise, and rising county taxes.
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  • Grant.susan66
    "There are no trains that run from my home to work, nor any other public transportation. So I have to drive. There are alternative routes I can take to avoid construction and accidents."
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  • Shari S.
    "Great family neighborhood. Schools and parks are nearby. Quiet neighbors. Everyone takes pride in their homes and lawns. "
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  • Pamela Bockwinkel
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and everything is fine. It’s a quiet neighborhood. Friendly. Clean. "
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  • Taylar Iddings
    "I love that there is a little yard that my kids get to play in. I also love all the paths their are to walk my dog"
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  • Marilu Moreno
    "Nice, clean, kids and family friendly. The schools are excellent. Pace bus available for transportation, college nearby."
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  • Tracann-m
    "Quiet neighborhood with good schools nearby. Kids are safe here and people are nice and friendly. Everyone watches out for each other "
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  • Tracann-m
    "It’s a nice quiet and welcoming place. I’ve lived here for 4 years. The neighbors are very nice and friendly "
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  • Lauren L.
    "Very cozy and neighbors are always kind. I like the diversity in my neighborhood and many of us connect through our pets."
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  • Shauna F.
    "Fairly welcoming people, diversity slowly increasing, schools are average, low crime rates, primarily working class. "
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  • Eric Z.
    "Great neighbors and sense of community. I’ve liver here for 21 years and have enjoyed the town festivities "
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  • Rachael R.
    " At six in the morning and eight at night fairly easy commute"
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  • Melisa U.
    "wonderful area for children to grow up. And the environment is very good for children to become great adults"
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  • Hailie C. I.
    "this is a very friendly home-y area with great stores and small shops. very safe neighborhoods with lots of parks"
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  • Rebecca S.
    "McHenry has Thursday night concerts in the park during the summer along with a lot of other community events. "
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  • Bobeyerly
    "Lot of parks and things to do with kids. Wish I knew my neighbors better but the kids never play outside. "
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  • Jessica S.
    "The apartments are ok for apartments in the area. The houses in the neighborhood are great. And it’s a nice neighborhood to take the kids trick or treating or for a walk or bike ride "
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  • Katerbugg89
    "Our commute is very Far as we work in Deerfield so about an hour each way depending on traffic and weather"
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  • Diana O. R.
    "People in my neighborhood do not pick up poop, let their dogs out without a leash and are all around rude about it."
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  • Michele H. a.
    "I don’t know what dog owners would want. I have a cat. Lots of trees is good for them I guess. Sidewalks are pretty plentiful as well."
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  • Tmroddy24
    "lots of dog, dog lovers and open spaces. golf course adds to options for walks without going too far from home."
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  • Jenny D.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 14 years. The neighbors are friendly and helpful. A growing downtown with good food and entertianment."
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  • Lballstaedt
    "We walk our dog and are always seeing others walking theirs. Very good areas to walk around and we are right by the park."
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  • Redhatterbev
    "We’ve lived in this neighborhood for 45 years. The only problem is loud/bass music in passing vehicles. "
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  • Bepalah
    "my neighborhood is very quiet and spacious...lots of sun shine, trees are spaced out well. homes have good distance between each. we've been here 17 yrs and it's been great. "
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Average Rent Trends in McHenry, IL

Rent in McHenry, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,775
Jul 2025$1,922
Aug 2025$1,900
Sep 2025$2,100
Oct 2025$1,750
Nov 2025$2,100
Dec 2025$1,950
Jan 2026$1,933
Feb 2026$1,900
Mar 2026$2,200
Apr 2026$1,915
May 2026$1,972
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,275$1,672$3,200$30,378$1,600
Apartments and Condos$1,275$1,450$2,300$30,582$1,440
Houses—$1,900$3,200—$3,200
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in McHenry, IL

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in McHenry, IL?
    The average rent of an apartment in McHenry, IL is $1,512 per month. This is about 22% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in McHenry, IL?
    The average rent of a house in McHenry, IL is $3,200 per month. This is about 66% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in McHenry, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in McHenry, IL was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,585 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in McHenry, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in McHenry, IL was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,100 per month.
  • How many available rental listings are in McHenry, IL?
    There are 30 available rental listings in McHenry, IL.
  • What are some zip codes in McHenry, IL?
    McHenry, IL includes zip codes such as: 60050, 60051, 60296, 60297.
  • What are some cities near McHenry, IL?
    Some nearby cities include: McCullom Lake, Johnsburg, Holiday Hills, Lakemoor, Bull Valley. These cities may have more rental options to explore.