
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.


936 Madison St, Unit Upper

1136 State St

2023 Broadway 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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $625 | $1,800 |
| Adams County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $300 | $5,400 |
| Adams County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $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 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Emerson Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. 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 | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
| Emerson Garden Apartments | Apt 101 S | 3BR,2BA | $1,600 |
| View 21 | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Adams County, IL
As of February 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Adams County area is the $1.23 price per square foot Apt 101 S Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Adams County apartment is the 936 Madison St Model at 936 Madison St, Unit Upper starting at $625 with a $0.63 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 | $1.23 |
| 936 Madison St, Unit Upper | 936 Madison St | 1BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| View 21 | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 426 N 14th St, Unit 5 | 426 N 14th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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 $1,800, 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 6 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 $197 which is $5,803 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Adams County.
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