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250 N Entrance Ave
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246 Broadway St

2443 N Sleepy Hollow Ln
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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615 W South St
Gardner, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Gardner?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gardner 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,780 | $1,125 | $2,800 |
Gardner 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,423 | $1,395 | $4,200 |
Gardner 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,100 | $2,400 |
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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 |
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Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
The Birches | stu | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardner, IL and Nearby
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gardner area is the $2.24 price per square foot Douglas BF Model at Home at Ashcroft in the in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Gardner apartment is the Burnham w/ Garage Model at Enclave at 127th Apartments starting at $2,484 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the River Run 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. |
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Home at Ashcroft | Douglas BF | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
Enclave at 127th Apartments | Burnham w/ Garage | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
The Bluffs | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Oak 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Sixteen30 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | White Oak | Studio ,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardner
What type of rentals are currently available in Gardner?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Gardner, IL with pricing that ranges from $643 to $5,345. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gardner ranging from $750 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gardner?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gardner ranges from $750 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,636.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.