
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colchester, IL from $347 (49 Rentals)
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661 N 19th St

Jacksonville Affordable Housing

1537 Wilkes Ave

Macomb Rentals

Total Monthly Price
Alice Place West Burlington

30 Village Ct

Mayfair Manor

Smith and Royer Apartments
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Summer Street Apartments

Green Gable Cottages

Westland Village

Caspian Village Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments
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Bel Aire Apartments

New Eastlawn Apartments

Tama Too Apartments

Hawthorne Townhomes

Stonegate Village Apartments

River Oaks Trails

Creekside Park

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

Swing's Leisure Apartments
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341 N Lafayette St

630 N 6th St

Lexington Concord

410 N Monroe St

201-220 Charleston Blvd

Chateau Apartments

201 Charleston Blvd

119 Vanburen Ct

8710 W Main St
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Williamsburg Apartments

Morton Street Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats

322 S Madison St

418 N Main St

1620 Johnson St

301 N Carole Ave

The Burlington Apartments

601-605 W Orchard St
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1000 Lakewood Dr

722 Concert St

Mediapolis Village

Elm Haven
Colchester, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester Studio Apartments | $906 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Colchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $347 | $1,425 |
| Colchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $408 | $4,500 |
| Colchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $870 | $2,600 |
| Colchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $600 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Colchester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Colchester, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $267. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $267 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colchester, IL and Nearby
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colchester area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Colchester apartment is the 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park starting at $1,029 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Colchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 309 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colchester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colchester is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colchester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colchester Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colchester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colchester is starting from $267 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Colchester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Colchester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $296.
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