
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, IL from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Brookhaven

Falcon Way Townhomes

Waterview Estates

The Verander

Golfview Village

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

The Grove
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Townway Place

Urbana Estates

Brunswick Apartments

Philo Estates Apartments

Town & Country Apartments

University Park

Element on Main

808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL
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30-103 Illinois St

2 S Walnut St

1124 N Walnut St

504 W Woodbury St

314 S Steffler St

320 S Steffler St

409 E Campbell Ave

Fowler Place Apartments
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235 Alexander Dr

Wabash Shore Apartments

215 Cook St

302 W Locust St

1088 Eastview Dr

1104 Eastview Dr

West Liberty Point

2204 Alpha Dr
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Michigan East - Campus Property Management

418 N High St

116 Schoolview St

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St

Aspen Court

Willow Springs

426 W Maple St

705 Roselyn Dr
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226 Tennessee Ave
Bismarck, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bismarck?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck Studio Apartments | $838 | $525 | $1,050 |
| Bismarck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $647 | $1,655 |
| Bismarck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $745 | $1,675 |
| Bismarck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $785 | $2,000 |
| Bismarck 4 Bedroom Apartments | $851 | $635 | $1,422 |
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Cheapest Available Bismarck Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bismarck, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookhaven priced from $717. Falcon Way Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $719. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bismarck apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $717 |
| Falcon Way Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Waterview Estates | 1x1Waterview Estates | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| The Verander | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $732 |
| The Grove | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $783 |
| Townway Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Madison Cottage of Benton County | One Bedroom | 1BR, | $802 |
| Golfview Village | The McGavin | 3BR,1BA | $830 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bismarck, IL and Nearby
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bismarck area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath Model at 200 Vine St in the starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Bismarck apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Private Entry Model at Devonshire Village starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bismarck apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Vine St | 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Devonshire Village | 2 Bed 2 Bath Private Entry | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Golfview Village | The McGavin | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.70 |
| Prairie Green Apartment Homes | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Campus Oaks | Floorplan A - Price per person | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| The Linc Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| University Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Capstone Quarters | Two Bedroom Select | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Waterview Estates | 1x1Waterview Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bismarck Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bismarck?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bismarck is at The Verander listed at $842.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bismarck Apartment is $717 at Brookhaven.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bismarck Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bismarck is starting from $830 at Waterview Estates.
What is the most affordable Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bismarck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Golfview Village and starts from $830.
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