
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dana, IL from $600 (38 Rentals)
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Summertree Rental Residences

Winkler Village Apartments

Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac

Cedar Crossing Apartments

Class Act Realty

CollegePlace Uptown

1-7 Keisha Drive

Lincoln Square Apartments
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Parkway Court Apartments

504 S Sweetbriar Dr

300 Shelbourne

The Ponds on G E Road

Briarwood II

Ironwood Gardens Apartments

Pontiac Towers

Lancaster Heights

Pinecrest Apartments
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The Mallard Way Rental Community

BayOak

Oak Point Apartments

St James Place

Healing Stone Court Apartments

1108 Paul St

725 Joliet St

1007 Sheryl Ln

537 1/2 Bucklin St
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107 College Park Ct

2 Curtis Ct

Williams Street Townhomes

826 N Spalding St

101 E Bannon St

407 E Seminole St

918 6th St

1101 Cambridge Dr

Parkview Apartments
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101 Bannon Dr

1820 Plum St
Dana, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Studio Apartments | $1,452 | $825 | $2,779 |
| Dana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $725 | $2,500 |
| Dana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $664 | $7,021 |
| Dana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $798 | $4,500 |
| Dana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $659 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Dana Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dana, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. Winkler Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dana apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| 300 Shelbourne | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Ironwood Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Lancaster Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse. | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dana, IL and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dana area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Cedar Creek Apartments in the starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Dana apartment is the Oakbrook Model at BayOak starting at $1,113 with a $0.95 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| BayOak | Oakbrook | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 5 | 4BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| Harvest View | 2/2 First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Lincoln Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse. | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Mallard Way Rental Community | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dana Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dana?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dana is at Ironwood Gardens Apartments listed at $982.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dana Apartment is $625 at Colonial Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dana Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dana is starting from $845 at CollegePlace Uptown.
What is the most affordable Dana Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Mallard Way Rental Community and starts from $1,200.
Expert Rental Resources
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.