
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cornell, IL from $500 (8 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in Cornell.


517 Morris St

2-3 3 Michael St

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1021 Magnolia St

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325 S Clark St

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Cornell, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cornell?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cornell 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,572 | $1,000 | $2,950 |
Cornell 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,037 | $1,150 | $4,200 |
Cornell 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,486 | $2,000 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Available Cornell Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornell, IL is a Studio unit found at Pinecrest Apartments priced from $690. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornell apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pinecrest Apartments | Nest - Studio / 1BA | Studio,1BA | $690 |
Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornell, IL and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornell area is the $1.35 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Cornell apartment is the All units Model at 3 Stortz Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornell apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Class Act Realty | 4 Bedrooms or more | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
3 Stortz Dr | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
BayOak Apartments | Oakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Wingover Luxury Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
Ekstam Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Harvest View | 2/2 First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Briarwood II | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornell
What type of rentals are currently available in Cornell?
There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Cornell, IL with pricing that ranges from $642 to $7,021. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornell ranging from $500 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cornell?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cornell ranges from $500 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,543.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cornell?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cornell range from $753 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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