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Bloomington, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Bloomington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,582 | $1,000 | $2,699 |
| Bloomington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,870 | $1,400 | $3,150 |
| Bloomington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,142 | $1,625 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bloomington, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bloomington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bloomington | $1,350 | $495 | 57 |
Cheapest Available Bloomington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Bloomington, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $548. 314Locust in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bloomington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $548 |
| 314Locust | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony | 4BR,4BA | $779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IL
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $0.55 price per square foot 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $829. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the 4-bed/4-bath Model at The Social at Illinois State starting at $789 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bloomington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| The Social at Illinois State | 4-bed/4-bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| 1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| 605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
| 200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.54 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1505 Hancock | Per person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bloomington
What type of rentals are currently available in Bloomington?
There are currently 438 Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, IL with pricing that ranges from $490 to $10,000. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bloomington ranging from $1,000 to $3,150.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bloomington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bloomington ranges from $1,000 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,722.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bloomington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bloomington range from $798 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,625 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $779.
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