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603 N Lee St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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1410 N Lee St

Broadmoor Park

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18 Fetzer Ct

Traditions Bloomington

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1209 Orchard Rd

Arbors at Eastland

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710 Douglas St

1-7 Keisha Drive
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1917 Tracy Dr

The Ponds on G E Road

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506 E Chestnut St

Danbury Court

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Lincoln Lofts

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3005 Lisa Dr

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203 S Regency Dr

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507 E Mulberry St
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Wingover Luxury Apartments and Townhomes

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Elm Point Apartments

Rainbow East Luxury Apartments

Anglers Manor Apartments

909 N Main St

1701-1705 RT Dunn Dr

6A, 6B, 7A, 7B Clobertin - Clobertin

2208 Todd Dr

President Place Apartments
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1214 Orchard

2408 Rainbow Ave

2104 Rainbow Avenue

2001 S Morris Ave

1007 Arlene

1104 Hershey Road

314 Mecherle

Todd Drive Apartments

5 Willedrob Rd

Lakewood Terrace
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1718-1720 RT Dunn Dr

9 Willedrob Road

Highland Hills Apartments

Mercer Park Apartments

Riley Place Apartments

2 Willedrob

1915 Tracy Dr

Holiday Park Apartments

Fairway Apartments

1206 Eastport
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Bloomington, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bloomington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington Studio Apartments | $2,191 | $546 | $4,839 |
| Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $578 | $6,445 |
| Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $664 | $9,691 |
| Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $798 | $4,750 |
| Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $819 | $2,499 |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
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Best Local Schools in Bloomington, IL
Washington Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bloomington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bloomington is under $820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Bloomington is Washington Senior Apartments which is listed at $578, while the average apartment in Bloomington costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bloomington?
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 11 regular apartments in Bloomington 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 Bloomington?
Cheap apartments in Bloomington have an average cost of $492 which is $1,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bloomington.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.