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Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL
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Average rent in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL

$1,951/mo Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL average rental price, November 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL is $1,951.

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Getting around in Buffalo Grove, IL

38 /100
Car-Dependent
63 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 38, Bike Score®: 63

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL were last updated on 10 Apr 2024.

What are the best apartments in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL?

The best apartment in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL is: Mil_cafeps9.

What is the average rent in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL?

The average rent in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL is $1,588. Start your search for apartments in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL now.

What type of rental buildings are in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL?

In Buffalo Grove 17% of the housing is rented out compared to 83% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 13% of Buffalo Grove’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 78% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL?

The average age of rental buildings in Buffalo Grove is 34 years old, with 6% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 94% are garden-style apartment communities, 6% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Buffalo Grove, Lake County, IL?

Studio apartments in Buffalo Grove are around 0% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 42% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 49% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Buffalo Grove, IL

Just 30 miles northwest of Chicago’s famous “Loop” is the small suburb of Buffalo Grove, IL. This is a gorgeous community with lots of green spaces, golf courses and recreation all around town for renters to enjoy. Most are within walking distance of many rental apartments, such as Willow Stream Park and Emmerich Park with trails and a picnic area. Many renters who commute flock to this area because it’s on the Metra rail with stops in Buffalo Grove and destinations to Chicago’s Union Station, which only takes an hour. The three different school districts that make up the Buffalo Grove region are also very highly rated, so young families who rent will have great educational opportunities, as well as some private schools to choose from in this small town.

Renting in Buffalo Grove, IL

Renters make up about 20% of the population that lives in Buffalo Grove. The overall rental environment is an urban/suburban mix of amenities near many modern rental apartments. Most of the rental communities offer studios and one- to three-bedroom homes for a larger living space. As for amenities, there are fitness centers, pools, grilling stations and walking trails for pets. Most rental apartments are also pet-friendly with a small deposit. Some high-rise rental apartments will even have a concierge service, a rooftop terrace and a business center that caters to young professionals. This is especially helpful to renters who have a hybrid work lifestyle with some time spent at a rental apartment and other parts of the week spent in an office in Chicago.

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Shopping in Buffalo Grove, IL

Shopping in Buffalo Grove is pretty typical for a suburban small town. For instance, there are many shopping plazas and specialty stores owned by locals in different parts of town near rental apartments. Some are even within walking distance of rental homes, making it convenient for renters to get daily goods and services. Specifically, shopping plazas that renters go to around town include Buffalo Grove Town Center; the Grove; and Plaza Verde, which has a music store, clothing boutique and a Halal grocery store. In fact, there are at least nine different shopping plazas spread out around town. Plus, with everything that Chicago has to offer just half an hour away, it’s easy for renters to buy whatever they need for their rental apartments with ease.

Transportation in Buffalo Grove, IL

Three major interstates are accessible to renters who live in Buffalo Grove — interstates 90, 94 and 294. Alternatively, public transportation is provided by the Metra rail, which goes from the Buffalo Grove Station (as part of the North Central Service of commuter trains) to Chicago’s Union Station. There are local buses that go around town, as well, for renters to use to get to popular businesses and shopping plazas. Finally, for air travel, the best option is O’Hare International Airport, which is only 13 miles away, making it convenient for renters to travel just about anywhere in the world.

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