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


City Hall Suites

The Village at Mill Creek

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Residence at Mill Creek

Varsity Square Apartments
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New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties
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Colonial House

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

Ashbury Court

High Meadows Apartments
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101 Cobblestone Ct

432 Wyman St

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Linden Place

Sycamore Green
Cortland, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Studio Apartments | $1,049 | $600 | $1,835 |
Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $700 | $2,110 |
| Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $485 | $2,649 |
| Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $1,070 | $2,750 |
| Cortland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,295 | $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 The Village at Mill Creek in the Randall Road Corridor neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $1,980. Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 825 square feet and currently listed start at $809. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cortland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Mill Creek | Knollwood | 975 Sq Ft | $1,980 |
| Amber Manor | 1 BD 1 BTH B 60% | 825 Sq Ft | $809 |
| Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park | Eldon | 734 Sq Ft | $1,889 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Dining Room | 550 Sq Ft | $938 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 400 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Cortland and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cortland, IL is the 1 BD 1 BTH A 60% Model starting from $789 at Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood. The second most affordable Cortland 1 Bedroom is the Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed Model at The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cortland is currently $1,234. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cortland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Amber Manor | 1 BD 1 BTH A 60% | $789 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | $825 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | $928 |
| City Hall Suites | 1 BD | 1 BA | $1,400 |
| Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park | Eldon | $1,889 |
| The Village at Mill Creek | Knollwood | $1,980 |
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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 Amber Manor listed at $789.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cortland is $1,234.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cortland is a 975 square feet unit starting from $1,980 at The Village at Mill Creek.
What is the average size for Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cortland is currently 1,100 sq ft.
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