
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairbury, IL from $600 (37 Rentals)
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407 E Seminole St

2 Curtis Ct

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Fairbury, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbury Studio Apartments | $1,619 | $690 | $4,920 |
| Fairbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $715 | $9,713 |
| Fairbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $664 | $9,110 |
| Fairbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $798 | $2,800 |
| Fairbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $709 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Fairbury Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairbury, IL is a Studio unit found at Ironwood Gardens Apartments priced from $827. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairbury apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ironwood Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $827 |
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Arbors at Eastland | The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Parkway Court Apartments | 1 bedroom/1 bath apartment | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 300 Shelbourne | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Briarwood II | 1BR Bay Window | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Brookridge Heights Apartments | Studio - Classic | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Lancaster Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairbury, IL and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairbury area is the $1.24 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Fairbury apartment is the 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey starting at $889 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 4 Bedrooms or more | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
| The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| 3 Stortz Drive | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Rainbow East Luxury Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| Clearwater Crest Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Ekstam Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| BayOak | Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairbury Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairbury?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairbury is at Ironwood Gardens Apartments listed at $827.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairbury Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairbury Apartment is $830 at Class Act Realty.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairbury Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairbury is starting from $840 at CollegePlace Uptown.
What is the most affordable Fairbury Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairbury Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Class Act Realty and starts from $1,375.
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