
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IL from $400 (37 Rentals)
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Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll

Whispering Pines Apartments

Hunter Glen Apartments

Emerald Ridge

Rocwood Apartments

Flax Meadow Townhomes

Capitol Pointe Apartments

Godfrey Estates
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Broadway Place

Kingsbury Campus Apartments

The Raymond Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

326 E Central St

Lake Pointe Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

Ravenwood Townhomes

Huntington Ridge Apartments
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Metro Apartments at Wood River

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Surrey Court Apartments

Orchard Park

ReNew at Alton

McKay Manor

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

111 S Central Ave

919 Mulberry St
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605 Walnut St. Apartments

Highland Villas Apartments - 55+ Senior

420 Winona St

913 N Taylorville Blvd

Butler Place

316 Court St

Pine Woods Apartments

208 W Thomas St

1308 Virginia Ave
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1602 Park St
Hillsboro, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $675 | $1,365 |
| Hillsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,006 | $497 | $2,240 |
| Hillsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $527 | $2,719 |
| Hillsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $859 | $3,349 |
| Hillsboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $714 | $3,010 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at McKay Manor priced from $475. Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $497. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| Whispering Pines | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $752 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $0.54 price per square foot D1 Model at Parc at 720 in the in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood starting from $760. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the B1 Model at Candles starting at $1,058 with a $1.10 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc at 720 | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsboro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsboro is at Whispering Heights listed at $1,340.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment is $475 at McKay Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsboro is starting from $527 at Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll.
What is the most affordable Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadway Place and starts from $859.
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