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Jacksonville Affordable Housing

Denison Place

Hunter Glen Apartments

Safe Harbor Properties

Cobblestone Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+

New Eastlawn Apartments
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1500 N Carolina St

Pine Ridge Apartments

Meadow View Place

Ravenwood Townhomes

The Boulevard Townhomes

Huntington Ridge Apartments

3TEN Apartments

Smart Choice Park

The Meadows at Durkin

Koke Mill Apartments
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Candles

The District Apartments

Meadow View Landing

Cobblestone Place

Ash Grove

Orchard Park

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Hill Meadow Apartments

Westchester Townhouses

Prairie Vista
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Lincoln Square Apartments

Rosemoore

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

The Hickox Collection

Morton Street Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

2119 Saratoga Dr

211 W County Rd

928 Sumner St

1304 S Walnut St
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47 Imperial Valley Dr

4 Amos Valley Dr

19 Sonoma Dr

1 Amos Valley Dr

31 Imperial Valley Dr

14 Amos Valley Dr

721 South Grand Ave W

500 Frank Ford Rd

2348 N 1200th Ave

12 Douglas Ct
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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 | $977 | $347 | $2,400 |
| Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $267 | $3,400 |
| Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,478 | $900 | $2,120 |
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Cheapest Available Bluffs Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bluffs, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bluffs apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+ | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1st Floor Level | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Huntington Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
| The Meadows at Durkin | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bluffs, IL and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bluffs area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Bluffs apartment is the C1 Model at Candles starting at $1,148 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Candles | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| The Meadows at Durkin | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1st Floor Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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
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 $540 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
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 $1,148.
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