
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dixon, IL from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Canterbury House Apartments - Dixon

Middle Road Apartments

1231 N Galena Ave

High Meadows Apartments

Northland Park Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Hunter Star Properties

Winmar Townhomes

New Suburban Apartments
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Roberts Court

Willis Senior Lofts

103 W Railroad St

Beacon Hill Apartments

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Varsity Square Apartments

Sterling Towers

The Terraces at Dekalb

4566 Governors Dr

Great Oaks Apartments
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Lincolnshire West

3432-3436 Harrison Ave

Harrison Beach Apartments

Westridge Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority

Blackhawk Apartments

102 E Market St

Rock Falls Apartments

Longwood Garden Apartments

Kiwanis Manor Apartments
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1016 N Maple St

The Grove Apartments

Windsor Apartments

Carthage Apartments

Carlton Apartments

9 N Randolph St

2816 Rudeen Close

4471 Carthage Dr

4604 Governors Dr

4651 Governors Dr
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4210-4212 7th St

Highland Meadows

916 E Garden St

4714 Trevor Cir

4710 Trevor Cir

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir

1720 Remington Rd
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Dixon, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dixon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon Studio Apartments | $1,138 | $600 | $3,500 |
| Dixon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $675 | $1,735 |
| Dixon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $670 | $2,300 |
| Dixon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $757 | $2,100 |
| Dixon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,350 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Dixon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dixon, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Winmar Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dixon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Winmar Townhomes | 1215-a | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $757 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| 1231 N Galena Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dixon, IL and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dixon area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Dixon apartment is the 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments starting at $825 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dixon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 1231 N Galena Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Winmar Townhomes | 1215-a | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Roberts Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dixon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dixon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dixon is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dixon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dixon Apartment is $750 at Northland Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dixon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dixon is starting from $750 at Winmar Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Dixon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dixon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.
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