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632 S Walnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

632 S Walnut St

632 S Walnut StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Dorset Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dorset Apartments

1017-1021 S Spring StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Ash Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ash Street

1306-1312 W Ash StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Fox Run Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Run Village

2600-2721 Fox Run DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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Park West 217-546-7575
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park West 217-546-7575

2225 Old Jacksonville RdSpringfield, IL 62704
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SHP at Governor Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SHP at Governor Place

1021 W Governor StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Monroe Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Gardens

850 S Durkin DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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520 Illini Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Illini Ct

520 Illini CtSpringfield, IL 62704
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Pine Woods Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

1665 Seven Pines RdSpringfield, IL 62704
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$995 - $1,305

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229 W Allen St

SpringfieldIL62704

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Cheapest Available Jerome Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jerome, IL is a Studio unit found at Safe Harbor Properties in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood priced from $730. 400-424 S. Durkin Dr. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jerome apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Safe Harbor PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$730
400-424 S. Durkin Dr.1bd1BR,1BA$750
Pine Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
The Boulevard TownhomesApartment2BR,1BA$900
CandlesA11BR,1BA$938
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$963

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jerome, IL and Nearby

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jerome area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South Model at Orchard Park in the starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Jerome apartment is the Townhouse Model at The Boulevard Townhomes starting at $975 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jerome apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Orchard Park2 Bedroom 1 Bath South2BR,1BA$1.06
The Boulevard TownhomesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.04
1530 S 4th St, Unit 31530 S 4th St1BR,1BA$1.02
2000 S Douglas Ave, Unit 62000 S Douglas Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
115 W Lawrence Ave, Unit C115 W Lawrence Ave1BR,1BA$1.06
400-424 S. Durkin Dr.2bd2BR,1BA$1.00
Huntington Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.39
CandlesA11BR,1BA$1.17
Pine Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Safe Harbor Properties1st Floor Level1BR,1BA$1.21

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jerome Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jerome Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jerome Apartment is $750 at 400-424 S. Durkin Dr..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jerome Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jerome is starting from $900 at The Boulevard Townhomes.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.