
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Eldena, IL from $400 (46 Rentals)
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Northland Park Apartments

Amber Manor

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

University Heights Apartments

New Suburban Apartments
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Ashbury Court

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

Willis Senior Lofts

Colonial Townhouses

103 W Railroad St

Varsity Square Apartments

Sterling Towers

The Terraces at Dekalb

4566 Governors Dr
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Great Oaks Apartments

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Westridge Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

908 Greenbrier Rd

102 E Market St

Rock Falls Apartments

1016 N Maple St

The Grove Apartments
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9 N Randolph St

4604 Governors Dr

4651 Governors Dr

4210-4212 7th St

407 6th St

Highland Meadows

4714 Trevor Cir

118 E Canal St

826 N Spalding St
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916 E Garden St

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

4551 Governors Dr

4536 Trevor Cir

4682 Trevor Cir

437 E Marion St, Unit 2E

441 E Marion St, Unit 2E

509 7th Ave
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611 W 15th St
Eldena, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eldena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldena Studio Apartments | $748 | $600 | $896 |
| Eldena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $940 | $675 | $1,450 |
| Eldena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $485 | $1,900 |
| Eldena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $910 | $1,932 |
| Eldena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Eldena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Eldena, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Eldena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Amber Manor | Studio B 60% | Studio,1BA | $639 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $757 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $977 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eldena, IL and Nearby
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eldena 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 Eldena apartment is the 3 BED 1 BATH Model at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE starting at $757 with a $0.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Eldena 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 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 3 BED 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Great Oaks Apartments | Primrose at Great Oaks | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive | Hillcrest Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eldena Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eldena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eldena Apartment is $750 at Northland Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eldena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eldena is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.
What is the most affordable Eldena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Eldena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.
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