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215 Douglas StBloomington, IL 61701
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603 E Jefferson StBloomington, IL 61701
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410 E Washington StBloomington, IL 61701
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1007 Arlene CtBloomington, IL 61701
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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 | $1,407 | $546 | $2,269 |
| Downtown Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $835 | $5,194 |
| Downtown Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $575 | $4,607 |
| Downtown Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,011 | $1,300 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $739 | $2,185 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bloomington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bloomington area of Bloomington, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Class Act Realty priced from $835. Currency Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bloomington apartments for rent in Bloomington, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Currency Commons Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Grove at Main | 2/1 URB | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Prairie Mill | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Oaks | 2 Bed - Oaks | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bloomington, IL
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bloomington area is the $1.00 price per square foot 203 Model at 218 N Center St in the in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Bloomington apartment is the Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St starting at $710 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bloomington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 218 N Center St | 203 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.51 |
| 605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
| 200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.53 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 5 | 4BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 1608 Bryan St | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| The Social on Hovey | 2 Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| 1211 Wall St, Unit 1 | 1211 Wall St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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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 $835, while the average apartment in Downtown Bloomington costs $1,600.
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 12 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 $607 which is $993 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bloomington.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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