
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cortland, IL (28 Rentals)


Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

The Village at Mill Creek

Residence at Mill Creek

City Hall Suites

Varsity Square Apartments

Lincolnshire West
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The Terraces at Dekalb

Ashbury Court

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

1117 S Cross St
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432 Wyman St

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

Sycamore Green

The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

The Terraces at Dekalb on Linden Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $600 | $1,835 |
Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $700 | $2,110 |
| Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $450 | $2,649 |
| Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $849 | $2,750 |
| Cortland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $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. Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 734 square feet and currently listed start at $1,889. 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 |
| Reserve-Mill Creek and Reserve-Greng's Park | Eldon | 734 Sq Ft | $1,889 |
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | 565 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Dining Room | 550 Sq Ft | $938 |
| University Plaza Apartments | A6 Floor Plan | 520 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
Cheapest Available Cortland and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cortland, IL is the 1B Model starting from $895 at University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Cortland 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom with Dining Room Model at Varsity Square Apartments starting at $938 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cortland is currently $1,256. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cortland:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| University Heights Apartments | 1B | $895 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Dining Room | $938 |
| 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 University Heights Apartments listed at $895.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cortland Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cortland is $1,256.
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.
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