
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dixon, IL from $600 (43 Rentals)
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Canterbury House Apartments - Dixon

Middle Road Apartments

1231 N Galena Ave

High Meadows Apartments

Northland Park Apartments

Fulton Commons Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE
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1501 W 4th St

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Westwinds

Cheshire

New Suburban Apartments

Roberts Court

Willis Senior Lofts

103 W Railroad St
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Varsity Square Apartments

Sterling Towers

The Terraces at Dekalb

4604 Governors Dr

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Westridge Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority
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Blackhawk Apartments

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Longwood Garden Apartments

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Windsor Apartments

Carthage Apartments

704 1/2 6th Ave
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705 Washington St

407 6th St

415 W Locust St

Carlton Apartments

2816 Rudeen Close

1602 16th Ave

4471 Carthage Dr

Immaculate Updated 2 Bedroom 1 bath
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4566 Governors Dr

4210-4212 7th St

Highland Meadows
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 | $873 | $600 | $1,399 |
| Dixon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $675 | $1,745 |
| Dixon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $655 | $2,499 |
| Dixon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $745 | $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. Fulton Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. 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 |
| Fulton Commons Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $655 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $757 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Carlton Apartments | 2 bedroom one bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dixon, IL and Nearby
As of August 29, 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 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Roberts Court | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Fulton Commons Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 4651 GOVERNORS DR | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dixon Apartments
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 $655 at Fulton Commons Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dixon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dixon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fulton Commons Apartments and starts from $745.
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