
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Homer, IL from $600 (35 Rentals)
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Urbana Estates

Philo Estates Apartments

Town & Country Apartments

University Park

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

Element on Main

808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL
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Fairlawn Village

Eastland Apartments

Parkside

Stone Ridge Square

202 Race

Sterling on First

1903 N Lincoln Ave

705 W Elm St
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302 W Locust St

Michigan East - Campus Property Management

106 N gregory

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St

Aspen Court

Willow Springs

211 N Central Ave

202 E Crockett
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Windsor Duplexes

813 W Main

608 E Chalmers

1003 W Stoughton

908 Gregory Dr

710 E University Ave

1408 S Race St

500 N Oakwood St
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711 S Lynn St

602 MacArthur Dr

1304 Christopher Cir
Homer, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homer Studio Apartments | $1,592 | $875 | $2,290 |
| Homer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $650 | $1,769 |
| Homer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $800 | $2,180 |
| Homer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $785 | $2,900 |
| Homer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $635 | $3,360 |
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Cheapest Available Homer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Homer, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Urbana Estates priced from $800. Town & Country Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $829. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Homer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Camden | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Aspen Court | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $847 |
| University Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Prairie Green Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| 808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 608 E Chalmers | EARLY MOVE-IN AVAILABLE! Fall lease, four bed f... | 4BR,4BA | $1,020 |
| Element on Main | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 850 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026! | 111 S Lincoln 2Br | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homer, IL and Nearby
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Homer area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath Model at 200 Vine St in the starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Homer apartment is the EARLY MOVE-IN AVAILABLE! Fall lease, four bed f... Model at 608 E Chalmers starting at $1,020 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Vine St | 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 608 E Chalmers | EARLY MOVE-IN AVAILABLE! Fall lease, four bed f... | 4BR,4BA | $0.77 |
| Campus Oaks | Floorplan A - Price per person | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| The Linc Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| University Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Element on Main | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Prairie Green Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Homer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Homer Apartment is $800 at Urbana Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Homer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Homer is starting from $900 at Urbana Estates.
What is the most affordable Homer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Homer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Urbana Estates and starts from $1,000.
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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