
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Cornell, IL (29 Rentals)


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The Ponds on G E Road

Oak Point Apartments

300 Shelbourne

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Healing Stone Court Apartments
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One Uptown

1-7 Keisha Drive

Ironwood Gardens Apartments

Class Act Realty

Lancaster Heights

Pontiac Towers
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CollegePlace Uptown

Lincoln Square Apartments

214 S Bloomington St

229 231 Clark St

211 Fruit St
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809 Kingsley St

318 Liberty St

212 Great Loop E Dr

314 Mecherle

101 E Bannon St

Parkview Apartments

811 Covey Ln
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Studio Apartments | $1,626 | $825 | $3,161 |
Cornell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $795 | $5,152 |
| Cornell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $664 | $5,109 |
| Cornell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,490 | $530 | $2,500 |
| Cornell 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $659 | $2,499 |
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Largest Available Cornell and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornell, IL is found at One Uptown in the Downtown Normal neighborhood and is 946 square feet priced from $2,500. Carden Springs Apartments and Townhomes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 790 square feet and currently listed start at $1,699. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cornell:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Uptown | 1BR/1.0BA | 946 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Carden Springs Apartments and Townhomes | 1 BR | 790 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| Lancaster Heights | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Oak Point Apartments | OP-1X1 | 696 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Ironwood Gardens Apartments | One bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 530 Sq Ft | $990 |
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 505 Sq Ft | $840 |
Cheapest Available Cornell and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 06, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cornell, IL is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $840 at Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. The second most affordable Cornell 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Pontiac Towers starting at $990 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cornell is currently $1,604. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cornell:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | $840 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | $990 |
| Lancaster Heights | One Bedroom | $1,000 |
| Oak Point Apartments | OP-1X1 | $1,200 |
| Ironwood Gardens Apartments | One bedroom | $1,225 |
| Carden Springs Apartments and Townhomes | 1 BR | $1,699 |
| One Uptown | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cornell Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cornell Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cornell is $1,604.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cornell Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cornell is a 946 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at One Uptown.
What is the average size for Cornell 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cornell is currently 787 sq ft.
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