
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bluffs, IL from $300 (50 Rentals)
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing

Hunter Glen Apartments

Denison Place

Safe Harbor Properties

Cobblestone Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

New Eastlawn Apartments

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Laborer's Home Development IV

Meadow View Landing

1500 N Carolina St

Pine Ridge Apartments

Ravenwood Townhomes

Meadow View Place

Koke Mill Apartments

Smart Choice Park

Huntington Ridge Apartments

Candles
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3TEN

Cobblestone Place

Ash Grove

Hill Meadow Apartments

Westchester Townhouses

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

The Hickox Collection

Morton Street Apartments

205 W Allen St

616 New St
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Pine Woods Apartments

417 E Cook St

619 S 5th St

502 E Hargrave St

500 Frank Ford Rd

119 N St Charles St

1040 W Lawrence Ave

2523 W Monroe St

2535 W Monroe St

4 Amos Valley Dr
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20 Amos Valley Dr

19 Sonoma Dr

23 Amos Valley Dr

23 Imperial Valley Dr

12 Gettysburg Dr

721 South Grand Ave W

225 N English Ave

101 S Kennedy Ave

514 S Lincoln Ave

525 E Pine St
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Bluffs, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bluffs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffs Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $675 | $1,900 |
| Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $947 | $347 | $2,400 |
| Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $300 | $3,400 |
| Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $340 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Bluffs Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bluffs, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Jacksonville Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bluffs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Hunter Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bluffs, IL and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bluffs area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South Model at Orchard Park in the starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Bluffs apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments starting at $300 with a $0.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bluffs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bluffs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bluffs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bluffs is at Hunter Glen Apartments listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bluffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bluffs Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bluffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bluffs is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Candles and starts from $1,187.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.