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218 N Center St
1 Bedroom Apartments

218 N Center St

218 N Center StBloomington, IL 61701
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314Locust
1 Bedroom Apartments

314Locust

314 E LocustBloomington, IL 61701
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Mercer Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mercer Park Apartments

1004 S Mercer AveBloomington, IL 61701
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Lincoln Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Towers

202 S Roosevelt AveBloomington, IL 61701
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2107 Todd Dr
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2107 Todd Dr

2107 Todd DrBloomington, IL 61704
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2112 E Empire St
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2112 E Empire St

2112 E Empire StBloomington, IL 61704
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603 N Lee St
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603 N Lee St

603 N Lee StBloomington, IL 61701
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810 N Evans St
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810 N Evans St

810 N Evans StBloomington, IL 61701

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312 Mecherle Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

312 Mecherle Dr

312 Mecherle DrBloomington, IL 61701
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517 E Chestnut St
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517 E Chestnut St

517 E Chestnut StBloomington, IL 61701
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614 E Walnut
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614 E Walnut

614 E WalnutBloomington, IL 61701
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705 W Washington
1 Bedroom Apartments

705 W Washington

705 W WashingtonBloomington, IL 61701
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202 E Walnut St
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202 E Walnut St

202 E Walnut StBloomington, IL 61701
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2110 E Empire St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2110 E Empire St

2110 E Empire StBloomington, IL 61704
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1106 Gettysburg Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1106 Gettysburg Dr

1106 Gettysburg DrBloomington, IL 61704
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622 E Walnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

622 E Walnut St

622 E Walnut StBloomington, IL 61701
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1209 Orchard
1 Bedroom Apartments

1209 Orchard

1209 OrchardBloomington, IL 61704
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901 N Roosevelt
1 Bedroom Apartments

901 N Roosevelt

901 N RooseveltBloomington, IL 61701

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Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 15, 2025

There are currently 45 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Bloomington, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $715 to $10,000. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Bloomington with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Bloomington23$997$775
Oakridge22$1,080$715

Largest Available Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bloomington, IL is found at 1114-1120 Ekstam and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,495. Brookridge Heights Apartments in the Oakridge neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 879 square feet and currently listed start at $1,163. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bloomington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1114-1120 Ekstam1 Bedroom1,200 Sq Ft$1,495
Brookridge Heights ApartmentsUnit B2 - One Bed/One Bath Phase 1 & 2 Classic879 Sq Ft$1,163
Danbury Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath (affordable)792 Sq Ft$900
Carden Springs1 BR790 Sq Ft$1,620

Cheapest Available Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bloomington, IL is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $785 at Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. The second most affordable Bloomington 1 Bedroom is the The Oak Model at Arbors at Eastland starting at $820 in the Oakridge neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bloomington is currently $1,950. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bloomington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom$785
Arbors at EastlandThe Oak$820
Currency Commons Apartments1B1B$840

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Bloomington Overview

Bloomington is a city located in the heart of Illinois with a population of 78,730 according to the 2014 census. People love to visit the numerous shopping outlets and its noted historical landmarks. This place has plenty of activities to explore, making it a great place to live within one of our Bloomington apartments.

Why live in Bloomington, IL?

The city of Bloomington attracts people from all areas of Central Illinois because of its numerous retailers located in a concentrated area. You have Bergners, Best Buy, Home Depot, Sears, Van Maur, Sam�s Club as well as Walmart to name a few. These businesses are just the tip of the iceberg in all the activities this town has for you to explore. You can also enjoy art, checking out the historical sites, visiting fine dining establishments and enjoying the nightlife. Many families make come for a fun-filled weekend excursion or day trip during the summertime. You can experience the friendliness of everyone, when you live in one of our apartments here in Bloomington.

Bloomington, IL
Population: 77,962

Ranked #447

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Bloomington, IL

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Bloomington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Bloomington with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Bloomington is at Class Act Realty listed at $785.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Bloomington Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bloomington is $1,950.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Bloomington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bloomington is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,495 at 1114-1120 Ekstam.

What is the average size for Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bloomington is currently 120 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.