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882 Signature St

Clean Quiet 2 BD/1BA 2nd Floor Unit Att. Gar

4 Unit Apartment Building

1536 Wingo Ln

196 Herman Pl

630 Double Jack St

1591 Girard Ave
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731 Double Jack St

842 Gettysburg Dr

1522 Lemna Ave

1513 Girard

884 Gettysburg Dr

388-398 N Roy St

1507 Girard

786 Gettysburg

768 Hampton Ct

606 Double Jack St
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1550 Newtowne Dr

780 Hampton Ct

866 Signature St

1316 Potomac Pl

617-623 Double Jack St

774 Hampton Ct

605-611 Double Jack St

787 Double Jack St

890 Signature

898 Signature St
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1319 Potomac Pl

215 E Marsile St

1283 Winans Ave

170 Mohawk Dr

1322 Potomac Pl

1328 Potomac Pl

797 Double Jack St

1399 Lemna Ave

866 Gettysburg Dr

150 Meadows Rd N
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1334 Potomac Pl

1500 Wingo Ln

872 Gettysburg Dr

1583 Girard Ave

1195 Plum Creek Dr

182 Mohawk Dr

784 Double Jack St

1509 Wingo Ln

1571 Girard Way

1545 Girard Way
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bourbonnais?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bourbonnais 1 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Bourbonnais 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $1,000 | $1,375 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bourbonnais, IL and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bourbonnais area is the $2.00 price per square foot 171 N West Ave Model at 171 N West Ave, Unit 171-3 in the in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Bourbonnais apartment is the 125 N W Ave Model at 125 N W Ave, Unit 3 starting at $800 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Northfield Square Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bourbonnais apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 171 N West Ave, Unit 171-3 | 171 N West Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 125 N W Ave, Unit 3 | 125 N W Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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.