Cheap Apartments for Rent in Illinois City, IL from $300 (16 Rentals)
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Illinois City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Illinois City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Illinois City Studio Apartments | $936 | $640 | $1,290 |
Illinois City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,013 | $625 | $1,825 |
Illinois City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $700 | $2,140 |
Illinois City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $975 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Illinois City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Illinois City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RIVERWALK LOFTS in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $620. Carriage Hill Apartments in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Illinois City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Harrison Lofts | Studio - 40% | Studio,1BA | $627 |
Woodland Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $645 |
Breckenridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Illinois City, IL and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Illinois City area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 BR/ 2 BA Model at Bucktown Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Illinois City apartment is the 2bd/2ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Illinois City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bucktown Lofts | 3 BR/ 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Davenport Bank Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
415 E 2nd St, Unit 2B | 415 E 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
1333 E 2nd St, Unit A | 1333 E 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
101 Neidig Ave, Unit #3 | 101 Neidig Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Cotton Mill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Getting Around Illinois City, IL
Walk Score®
8 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Illinois City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Illinois City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Illinois City is at Harrison Lofts listed at $627.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Illinois City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Illinois City Apartment is $620 at RIVERWALK LOFTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Illinois City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Illinois City is starting from $695 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Illinois City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Illinois City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Davenport Bank Apartments and starts from $1,700.
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