
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bloomington Neighborhood of Bloomington, IL from $578 (34 Rentals)


The Oaks

924 W Front St, Unit 1

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209 E Chestnut St

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710 Douglas St

203 Eisenhower Dr

Grove at Main Apartments

912 N Madison St
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Danbury Court

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Garden Grove

1701-1705 RT Dunn Dr

314Locust

314 Mecherle

2 Willedrob
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Riley Place Apartments

1915 Tracy Dr

Holiday Park Apartments

5 Willedrob Rd

Main & Veterans Crossing

Goose Creek Apartments
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Fairway Apartments

Class Act Realty

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205 E Stewart Pl

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711 S Towanda Ave

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103 E Irving St, Unit B

210 Lindell Dr, Unit 3

1203-1217 Wall St

1723 W. Hovey
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Vernon Ridge

210 Lindell
Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bloomington Studio Apartments | $1,052 | $546 | $1,559 |
Downtown Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $578 | $6,877 |
| Downtown Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $495 | $5,632 |
| Downtown Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $925 | $4,800 |
| Downtown Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $839 | $2,195 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bloomington Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bloomington is Washington Senior Apartments which is listed at $578, while the average apartment in Downtown Bloomington costs $1,758.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 21 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Bloomington?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bloomington have an average cost of $536 which is $1,222 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bloomington.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.