
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cortland, IL (26 Rentals)


The Village at Mill Creek

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Varsity Square Apartments
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

University Village Apartments

Colonial House

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High Meadows Apartments

1117 S Cross St

908 Greenbrier Rd

102 S 2nd St

112 Boulder Ct

302 Millbridge Dr
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Cortland, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cortland Studio Apartments | $862 | $569 | $1,705 |
Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $635 | $2,020 |
Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $725 | $3,000 |
Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $930 | $2,750 |
Cortland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,040 | $2,950 |
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Largest Available Cortland and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cortland, IL is found at Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood and is 800 square feet priced from $1,450. Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 734 square feet and currently listed start at $1,905. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cortland:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments | 1 BD | 1 BA | 800 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park | Eldon | 734 Sq Ft | $1,905 |
Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom without dining room | 500 Sq Ft | $845 |
New Suburban Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 495 Sq Ft | $900 |
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | 0 Sq Ft | $825 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | 0 Sq Ft | $825 |
Agora Tower | 1 BD | 1 BA | 0 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | 0 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
Cheapest Available Cortland and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 05, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cortland, IL is the Ridge Drive 1 Bed Model starting from $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Cortland 1 Bedroom is the Ridge Drive 1 Bed Model at The Terraces at Dekalb starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cortland is currently $1,097. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cortland:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | $825 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | $825 |
Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom without dining room | $845 |
New Suburban Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $900 |
City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,400 |
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,450 |
Agora Tower | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,450 |
Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park | Eldon | $1,905 |
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Getting Around Cortland, IL
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cortland with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cortland is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive listed at $825.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cortland is $1,097.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cortland is a 800 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments.
What is the average size for Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cortland is currently 1,143 sq ft.
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