
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bloomington Neighborhood of Bloomington, IL from $800 (63 Rentals)


East Douglas Apartments

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1917 Tracy Dr

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506 E Chestnut St

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505 E Front St

The Grove at Main

Currency Commons Apartments

1414 Croxton Ave

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510 S Clayton St

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Washington Senior Apartments
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706 W Graham St

Lincoln Lofts

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205 Eisenhower Dr, Unit 2, Unit 2

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805 E Monroe St, Unit Apartment B, Unit Apartment B

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203 S Regency Dr

224 Robinhood Ln, Unit W, Unit W

Danbury Court

Elm Point Apartments

2006 Tracy Dr

3 Stortz Drive
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306 Robinhood Ln

1019 W Taylor St

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102 W Lincoln St, Unit 3, Unit 3

Mecherle Apartments

Heartland Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

320 Riley Dr

President Place Apartments

Anglers Cove

Garden Grove
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909 N Main St

2001 S Morris Ave

1007 Arlene

Anglers

1718-1720 RT Dunn Dr

9 Willedrob Road

Mercer Park Apartments

2 Willedrob

6 Willedrob

Fairway Apartments
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1915 Tracy Dr

Holiday Park Apartments

Goose Creek Apartments

Prairie Mill

Oak Creek Plaza

1408 Kurt

Ross Manor

404 S Mc Clun St

311 E Lincoln St

Class Act Realty
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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 | $1,462 | $546 | $2,378 |
| Downtown Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $578 | $2,892 |
Downtown Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,298 | $800 | $4,311 |
| Downtown Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,300 | $4,750 |
| Downtown Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $824 | $2,190 |
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The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Bloomington, Bloomington, IL
Ranked #2
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 Class Act Realty which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Downtown Bloomington costs $1,650.
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 11 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 $506 which is $1,144 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bloomington.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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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.