Cheap Homes for Rent in Blue Island, IL from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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12548 Fairview Ave

2109-2123 W 119th St

11635 S Pulaski Rd
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2053 135th Pl

11945 S Hamlin Ave

727 W 117th St

10519 S Artesian Ave

2109-2123 W 119th St

12863 S Normal Ave
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3680 W 119th St

10734 S Prairie Ave

14121 S Stewart Ave

3642 W 119th St

557 W 126th St

1479 W 114th Pl

10015 S Princeton Ave
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Blue Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Blue Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Blue Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,913 | $1,300 | $2,995 |
Blue Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,123 | $1,350 | $2,800 |
Blue Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,293 | $1,400 | $3,600 |
Blue Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,637 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Blue Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blue Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadow View Apartments in the South Chicago neighborhood priced from $979. 14026 S School St in the College District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blue Island apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Meadow View Apartments | 1 Bedroom large | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
14026 S School St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Midpointe | 0 Bed 1 Bath 380 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,154 |
13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blue Island area is the $0.23 price per square foot 11250 S Fairfield Ave Model at 11250 S Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Morgan Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Blue Island apartment is the 12537 S Marshfield Ave Model at 12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,400 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blue Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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11250 S Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 | 11250 S Fairfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 12537 S Marshfield Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.01 |
12262 S McDaniels St | 12262 S McDaniels St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
2044 High St, Unit 2 | 2044 High St | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
14026 S School St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
10 W 137th ST | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Orchard Estates Apartments | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Meadow View Apartments | 1 Bedroom large | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
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Dd Eisenhower High School (Campus)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Blue Island?
There are currently 441 Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $2,650. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Blue Island ranging from $1,050 to $3,600.
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 $1,050 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,053.
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