
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Canton, IL from $500 (49 Rentals)
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1100 W Locust St

143 W Locust St

Village Square

135 W Locust St

Lincoln Terrace Apartments

The Avenue Apartments

Hollow Hills

Sunset Hills Apartments
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Willow Oaks Apartments

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1531 S Lydia Ave

Westporte Apartments

ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS
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Forrest Edge Apartments

Brandywine Crossing Apartments

502 W High St

Haymeadow Apartments

Forest Hills Apartments

Marquette Place

511 W High St

1113 W Moss Ave

812 Lofts
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Winkler Lofts

Magnolia Lofts

1001 Veerman St

8710 W Main St

2604 Pine St

1107 Pekin Ave

301 N Carole Ave

Cityscape Apartments

316 E Melbourne Ave
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Elm Haven

906 S Tonti Cir

2408 W Reservoir Blvd

102 N Cedar Ave

903 W Brons Ave

429 W Hanssler Pl

911 Hamilton St

2916 W Meidroth St

3500 Yorkshire
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3207 W Willow Knolls Dr

811 W Purtscher Dr

814 W McClure Ave

1318 N Machin Ave
Canton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $575 | $1,500 |
| Canton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $600 | $2,500 |
| Canton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $547 | $2,305 |
| Canton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $620 | $1,800 |
| Canton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $630 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Canton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Canton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $650. Hollow Hills in the Windchime neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Canton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Westporte Apartments | WP1B | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Forrest Edge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| 502 W High St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $925 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canton, IL and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Canton area is the $0.71 price per square foot Sunset Hills Model at Sunset Hills Apartments in the starting from $925. The second greatest value Canton apartment is the HCIV2D2FB Model at Hollow Creek IV Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Windchime neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Canton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| Hollow Creek IV Apartments | HCIV2D2FB | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 1113 W Moss Ave | A | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Hollow Hills | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | Three Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 502 W High St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Forest Hills Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 511 W High St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Canton, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Canton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Canton is at Hollow Hills listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Canton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Canton Apartment is $650 at The Avenue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Canton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Canton is starting from $750 at The Avenue Apartments.
What is the most affordable Canton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Canton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Hills Apartments and starts from $925.
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