
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dunfermline, IL from $500 (50 Rentals)
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The Avenue Apartments

Hollow Hills

Sunset Hills Apartments

Churchview Garden Homes

501 Lincoln Ave

501 Lincoln St

Willow Oaks Apartments

Glen Oak Towers

Williamsburg Townhouses
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106 S 4th St

Timberlane Apartments

Civic Center Plaza Apartments

1531 S Lydia Ave

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Forrest Edge Apartments

Brandywine Crossing Apartments

Haymeadow Apartments

Marquette Place

Stonecrest
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511 W High St

1113 W Moss Ave

Westporte Apartments

Mel Hasty Retirement Center

812 Lofts

EMR Apartments

Dunlap Falls Apartments

Winkler Lofts

Magnolia Lofts

1001 Veerman St
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8710 W Main St

1107 Pekin Ave

2604 Pine St

301 N Carole Ave

Cityscape Apartments

602 E Ravine Ave

Elm Haven

4724 W Merol Ct

710 N Swords Ave

405 Keller St
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2408 W Reservoir Blvd

102 N Cedar Ave

906 S Tonti Cir

903 W Brons Ave

911 Hamilton St

2916 W Meidroth St

3500 Yorkshire

2239 N Sheridan Rd

814 W McClure Ave

1318 N Machin Ave
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Dunfermline, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunfermline?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunfermline Studio Apartments | $1,025 | $575 | $1,500 |
| Dunfermline 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $650 | $2,500 |
| Dunfermline 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $547 | $2,310 |
| Dunfermline 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $620 | $1,800 |
| Dunfermline 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $630 | $1,820 |
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Cheapest Available Dunfermline Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dunfermline, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $650. Hollow Hills in the Windchime neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dunfermline apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Churchview Garden Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Forrest Edge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom G | 1BR,1BA | $876 |
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunfermline, IL and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunfermline area is the $0.71 price per square foot Sunset Hills Model at Sunset Hills Apartments in the starting from $925. The second greatest value Dunfermline apartment is the Three Bedroom/Two Bath Model at The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I starting at $1,620 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunfermline apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I | Three Bedroom/Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Hollow Creek IV Apartments | HCIV2D2FB | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 1113 W Moss Ave | A | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | Three Bedrooms Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| 511 W High St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Churchview Garden Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunfermline Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dunfermline?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dunfermline is at Hollow Hills listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunfermline Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunfermline Apartment is $650 at The Avenue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dunfermline Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dunfermline is starting from $750 at The Avenue Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dunfermline Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dunfermline Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Hills Apartments and starts from $925.
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