
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Gardner, IL from $795 (47 Rentals)
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Cedar Crossing Apartments

Pine Meadows Apartments

Stone Falls

Pontiac Towers

Larkin Village

St James Place

Tudor Park Apartments

The Birches Apartments
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Ravine Woods Apartments

Bays Tower Apartments

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Willow Run of Crest Hill

Avalon at Morris

The Port

Pheasant Run Apartments
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Yorkville Apartments

Reserve at Romeoville

Remington Apartment Homes

1016 Bratton Ave

229 231 Clark St

Pine Ridge

Williams Street Townhomes

101 E Bannon St

407 E Seminole St
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West Harbor Place

555 W Bluff St

203 S Elm Ave

1304 E North St

123 W Waupansie St

690 W Judson St

1097 E Merchant St

494 S Chicago Ave

811 Covey Ln
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Sutton Place Apartments

Twin Oaks West Apartments

509 Kungs Way

132 S 1st St

318 Liberty St

530 N Cottage Ave

912 Douglas St

HighPoint Community Apartments

138 S 1st St
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1014 Shagbark Rd

121 Davis Ave
Gardner, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gardner?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner Studio Apartments | $1,682 | $825 | $3,140 |
| Gardner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $795 | $3,010 |
| Gardner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $895 | $3,839 |
| Gardner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,150 | $4,709 |
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Cheapest Available Gardner Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardner, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac priced from $895. Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gardner apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
| The Birches Apartments | 1s | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The Port | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Yorkville Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardner, IL and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardner area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at Bellarmine Estates in Joliet in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Gardner apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Parkview Estates starting at $2,095 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardner apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellarmine Estates in Joliet | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Reserve at Fox River | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments | sc3s1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Seasons at Plainfield | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Yorkville Apartments | B | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gardner Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gardner?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gardner is at The Woodlands of Crest Hill listed at $1,279.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardner Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardner Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gardner Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gardner is starting from $895 at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac.
What is the most affordable Gardner Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gardner Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tudor Park Apartments and starts from $1,309.
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