
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Donovan, IL from $553 (36 Rentals)
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Crest Apartments

Madison Cottage of Rensselaer

The Shields

Linden Park Apartments

333 Kristie Ct

2100 N Main St

Harvest Grove Apartment Homes

Hidden Creek
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Evergreen

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526 E Main St
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619 W Elm St

Fowler Place Apartments

123 E Attica St

312 Holmes Ave

21746 Jeffrey

Autumn Ridge

29837 IL-50

West Harbor Place

111 E 3rd St
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203 S Elm Ave

1304 E North St

409 S Maple St

7300 W 128th Pl

905 Sprague Rd

1097 E Merchant St

494 S Chicago Ave

Richton Trail

Central Park
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donovan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Studio Apartments | $990 | $800 | $1,120 |
| Donovan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $553 | $2,137 |
| Donovan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $1,100 | $2,850 |
| Donovan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $1,036 | $3,480 |
| Donovan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $3,599 | $3,599 |
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Cheapest Available Donovan Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Donovan, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Madison Cottage of Rensselaer in the Jasper County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $970. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Donovan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Madison Cottage of Rensselaer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| Chelsea Garden | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garden A | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Highbranch Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Hidden Creek | Danube | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Sherwood Lake Apartments | 850 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donovan, IL and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donovan area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 2100 N Main St in the in the Downtown Crown Point neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Donovan apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2601 Morningside Drive starting at $1,350 with a $1.35 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Donovan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2100 N Main St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 2601 Morningside Drive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Whitcomb Terrace Apartments | Colonial Invitational | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Harvest Ridge Apartment Homes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Sherwood Lake Apartments | UPGRADED 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Madison Cottage of Rensselaer | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Maple Leaf Apartments | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donovan Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Donovan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Donovan Apartment is $970 at Madison Cottage of Rensselaer.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Donovan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Donovan is starting from $1,159 at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS.
What is the most affordable Donovan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Donovan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madison Cottage of Rensselaer and starts from $1,367.
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