
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gardner, IL from $700 (38 Rentals)
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Cedar Crossing Apartments

Pine Meadows Apartments

Stone Falls

Pontiac Towers

Larkin Village

St James Place

811 Covey Ln

Tudor Park Apartments
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The Woodlands of Crest Hill

The Birches Apartments

Winchester Manor

Bays Tower Apartments

Sutton Place Apartments

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Pheasant Run Apartments

Willow Run of Crest Hill

Ravine Woods Apartments
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Avalon at Morris

Yorkville Apartments

The Port

1304 E North St

308 N Union St

Pine Ridge

Williams Street Townhomes

101 E Bannon St

407 E Seminole St
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West Harbor Place

101 Bannon Dr

115 N Hickory St

Twin Oaks West Apartments

25731 W Bridge St

602 Meadowood Ln

138 S 1st St

144 1st

11050 S Lasalle Rd
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1002 W Marion St

318 Liberty St
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 | $2,541 |
| Gardner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $795 | $2,909 |
| Gardner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $895 | $4,311 |
| Gardner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,150 | $4,767 |
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Cheapest Available Gardner Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardner, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac priced from $795. 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 | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,219 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The Port | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 24138 - 24158 W Main St | 24138 W Main St Unit 102 | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardner, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardner area is the $2.19 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $3,024. The second greatest value Gardner apartment is the Intuition Model at Remington Apartment Homes starting at $2,725 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the International Center 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Remington Apartment Homes | Intuition | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Reserve at Romeoville | Highlands | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Reserve at Fox River | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments | sc3s1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 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 $1,219.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardner Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardner Apartment is $795 at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac.
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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