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Galesburg, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Galesburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Galesburg, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Mayfair Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Galesburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Mayfair Manor2x12BR,1BA$525
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$550
Cotton Mill Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
1215 24th Street Place - River Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galesburg, IL and Nearby

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Galesburg area is the $1.08 price per square foot Haven - 2 Bed - Upgraded Model at Haven at Parkway in the in the Rock Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Galesburg apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Oaks Trails starting at $991 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Galesburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Haven at ParkwayHaven - 2 Bed - Upgraded2BR,2BA$1.08
River Oaks Trails2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.90
Rock River Townhomes2 Bedroom-60%2BR,1BA$1.30
Woodsage Apartments1 Bedroom Unit1BR,1BA$1.32
Timber Ridge Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.30
1215 24th Street Place - River Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Cotton Mill Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Elm Haven Place$250 MOVE IN SPECIAL1BR,1BA$1.28
104 S Park St, Unit 104104 S Park St2BR,1BA$1.04
Pine Ridge1-sycam1BR,1BA$1.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Galesburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Galesburg?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Galesburg, IL with pricing that ranges from $390 to $1,695. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Galesburg ranging from $475 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Galesburg?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Galesburg ranges from $475 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,079.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Galesburg?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Galesburg range from $880 to $1,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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