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2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hillsides

4731 N Galena RdPeoria Heights, IL 61616
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2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Curtis Ct

2 Curtis CtNormal, IL 61761
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Benson, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Benson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Benson, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Morton Estates priced from $408. Colonial Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Benson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Morton Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$408
Colonial Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Winkler Village Apartments1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$725
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony4BR,4BA$779
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benson, IL and Nearby

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Benson area is the $1.22 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Benson apartment is the 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey starting at $829 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Benson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Class Act Realty4 Bedrooms or more4BR,2.5BA$1.22
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony Renovated4BR,4BA$0.55
The Social at Illinois State4-bed/4-bath4BR,4BA$0.53
1512 E Gardner Ln3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.66
701 FranklinApt 54BR,1BA$0.45
504 S Sweetbriar DrModel2BR,1BA$1.11
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.71
Phoenix Apartments of PontiacOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$0.94
Winkler Village Apartments1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$1.06
Colonial Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14

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15 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Benson Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Benson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Benson Apartment is $408 at Morton Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Benson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Benson is starting from $860 at Class Act Realty.

What is the most affordable Benson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Benson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1512 E Gardner Ln and starts from $795.

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