
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Adams County, IL from $300 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Adams County.


Ridgebrook Apartments

1031-1033-1033 S 11th St

133 S 4th St
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405 Hampshire St

232 N 6th St
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1016 York St

2911 Hampshire St
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Adams County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Adams County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Adams County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,144 | $790 | $1,800 |
| Adams County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $850 | $5,400 |
| Adams County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $340 | $3,300 |
| Adams County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Adams County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Adams County, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $340. Emerson Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Adams County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $340 |
| Emerson Garden Apartments | Apt 105 | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| View 21 | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Adams County, IL
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Adams County area is the $1.31 price per square foot Apt 101 S Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Adams County apartment is the 2507 Rebecca Ct W Model at 2507 Rebecca Ct W, Unit 1 starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Adams County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Garden Apartments | Apt 101 S | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 2507 Rebecca Ct W, Unit 1 | 2507 Rebecca Ct W | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| View 21 | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2526 Rebecca Ct W, Unit 4 | 2526 Rebecca Ct W | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1610 Vermont St, Unit 1A | 1610 Vermont St | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Adams County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Adams County?
The cheapest apartment in Adams County is View 21 which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Adams County costs $6,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Adams County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Adams County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Adams County?
Cheap apartments in Adams County have an average cost of $166 which is $5,834 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Adams County.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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