
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL from $949 (20 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joliet?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joliet Studio Apartments | $1,265 | $895 | $1,795 |
| Joliet 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $949 | $2,338 |
| Joliet 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $1,145 | $2,838 |
| Joliet 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,295 | $3,156 |
| Joliet 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,128 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joliet Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Joliet?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Joliet is under $1,635.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joliet?
The cheapest apartment in Joliet is Stone Falls which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Joliet costs $2,090.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Joliet?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Joliet that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Joliet?
Cheap apartments in Joliet have an average cost of $428 which is $1,662 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joliet.
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