
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL from $300 (48 Rentals)
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Stone Falls

411 Krakar Ave

Larkin Village

226 N Broadway St, Unit 1, Unit 1

26 N Broadway St, Unit 1S, Unit 1S

209 Hyde Park St, Unit 209, Unit 209

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213 N Hickory St, Unit BS, Unit BS

125 Twin Oaks Dr, Unit 319, Unit 319
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257 Wilcox St, Unit 307, Unit 307

The Birches Apartments

123 N Hickory St

Bays Tower Apartments

125 Twin Oaks Dr, Unit 102, Unit 102

463 S Ottawa St

125 Twin Oaks Dr, Unit 125 twin oaks unit301, Unit 125 twin oaks unit301

255 Wilcox St, Unit 306, Unit 306

212 Madison St, Unit 2F, Unit 2F
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222 Madison St, Unit 3E, Unit 3E

253 Wilcox St, Unit 209, Unit 209

2224 Oneida St

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Marycrest Village

Oneida West Manor

Riverwest Apartments

Historic Louis Joliet Apartments

Pine Ridge
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Glenwood Apartments

1604 Richmond Street

111 N Center St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

Twin Oaks West Apartments

509 Kungs Way

218 Madison St

Liberty Landing

109 N Center St, Unit G, Unit G
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204 E Washington St

518 Moen Ave

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Willow Run of Crest Hill

1405 Connor Ave

710 Moen Ave

120 Marion

200 Morgan Court
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210 Morgan

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Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joliet?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Joliet Studio Apartments | $1,494 | $895 | $1,855 |
| Cheap Joliet 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $949 | $2,262 |
| Cheap Joliet 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,095 | $3,471 |
| Cheap Joliet 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $1,660 | $3,292 |
| Cheap Joliet 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,626 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Joliet, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/06/2026Current apartment rentals in the Joliet, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Joliet Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Joliet | $1,735 | $895 | 21 |
| Forest Park | $1,995 | $1,095 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Joliet Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Joliet, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood priced from $949. Bays Tower Apartments in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Joliet apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
| 531 Pasadena | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The View at Rock Run Collection | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,684 |
| Reserve at Romeoville | Glen | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| HighPoint Community Apartments | Oak 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Timber Pointe Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Joliet area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 531 Pasadena in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Joliet apartment is the Two Bedroom, Luxury Package Model at Stone Falls starting at $1,259 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joliet apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 531 Pasadena | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Timber Pointe Apartments | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Reserve at Romeoville | Glen | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 213 N Hickory St, Unit BS | 213 N Hickory St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Bluffs | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| HighPoint Community Apartments | Maple 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The View at Rock Run Collection | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Joliet Overview
The fourth largest city in the great state of Illinois, Joliet is located a mere forty miles from the epicenter of Chicago and provides an ideal lifestyle for those yearning to combine high-class amenities with a scenic rural landscape.
Why live in Joliet, IL?
Home to an ever-growing economic base focused upon the health care industry and the thriving casino influx, Joliet is an ideal place for both work and play. Close enough to the Chicago lights without sacrificing the quaint Illinois charm that draws so many to the rest of the state, this is one charming destination that is sure to hit the mark on many levels.
Best Local Schools in Joliet, IL
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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 $1,895.
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 $1,865.
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 $569 which is $1,296 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joliet.
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