
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Basco, IL from $300 (46 Rentals)
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing

Macomb Rentals

Total Monthly Price
Alice Place West Burlington

Mayfair Manor

Lexington Concord

Smith and Royer Apartments

Louden Lofts

Bel Aire Apartments
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Aspen Court

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PARKWAY ESTATES

Summer Street Apartments

Park Madison Apartments

Green Gable Cottages

Westland Village

Caspian Village Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments
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509 14th St

Tama Too Apartments

1515 Avenue F, Unit Main, Unit Main

New Eastlawn Apartments

Stonegate Village Apartments

River Oaks Trails

Urbane424 Apartments

Monroe City Senior Housing 62+

Creekside Park
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Churchill Lofts

Swing's Leisure Apartments

630 N 6th St

410 N Monroe St

Chateau Apartments

201-220 Charleston Blvd

Williamsburg Apartments

407-407 SW 8th St

Morton Street Apartments
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Keokuk Family Flats

265 Duffield Ave

12149 DMC Hwy 99

812 SW 9th St

The Burlington Apartments

601-605 W Orchard St

Mediapolis Village

Hawthorne Townhomes

2216 Piper Pl
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116 N 4th St
Basco, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Basco?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basco Studio Apartments | $845 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Basco 1 Bedroom Apartments | $822 | $347 | $1,800 |
| Basco 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $300 | $5,400 |
| Basco 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $340 | $3,300 |
| Basco 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $600 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Basco Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Basco, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Basco apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $597 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Basco, IL and Nearby
As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Basco area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park in the starting from $1,029. The second greatest value Basco apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments starting at $300 with a $0.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Basco apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summer Street Apartments | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Basco Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Basco?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Basco is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Basco Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Basco Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Basco Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Basco is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Basco Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Basco Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Louden Lofts and starts from $768.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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