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Blue Island, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Blue Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Blue Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 11932 S Stewart Ave in the South Chicago neighborhood priced from $1,000. 14123-25 S Tracy Ave in the College District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blue Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
11932 S Stewart Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,000
14123-25 S Tracy Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,225
Orchard Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,430
Midpointe1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF1BR,1BA$1,461
2253-59 W. 111th St LLC3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL

As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blue Island area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2346 122nd St Model at 2346 122nd St, Unit One Rear in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Blue Island apartment is the 11128 South Spaulding Avenue Model at 11128 South Spaulding Avenue, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Mount Greenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blue Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2346 122nd St, Unit One Rear2346 122nd St1BR,1BA$0.91
11128 South Spaulding Avenue, Unit 211128 South Spaulding Avenue2BR,1BA$1.55
14513 S Richmond Ave, Unit 414513 S Richmond Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
14123-25 S Tracy Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.62
Orchard Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.91
Midpointe1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF Partial Upgrade1BR,1BA$2.03
10511 S Hale Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$4.07
11932 S Stewart Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Blue Island?

There are currently 437 Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $2,800. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Blue Island ranging from $1,025 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Blue Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Blue Island ranges from $1,025 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,005.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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