Cheap Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL from $800 (36 Rentals)

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132 Akin Ave

JolietIL60433

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Marycrest Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Marycrest Village

2115 Marmion AveJoliet, IL 60436
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Oneida West Manor
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oneida West Manor

2216-2230 Oneida StJoliet, IL 60435
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Riverwest Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwest Apartments

337-339 N Center StJoliet, IL 60435
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Pine Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge

1112 Parkwood DrJoliet, IL 60432
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Senior Suites of Joliet
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Senior Suites of Joliet

215 N Ottawa StJoliet, IL 60432
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Glenwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

2213-2241 Glenwood AveJoliet, IL 60435
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Liberty Landing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Landing

1300 Milkweed DrJoliet, IL 60432

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1604 Richmond Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

1604 Richmond Street

1604 Richmond CorJoliet, IL 60435
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710 Moen Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

710 Moen Ave

710 Moen AveRockdale, IL 60436
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120 Marion
2 Bedroom Apartments

120 Marion

120 Marion StManhattan, IL 60442
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200 Morgan Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 Morgan Court

200 Morgan CtManhattan, IL 60442
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210 Morgan
2 Bedroom Apartments

210 Morgan

210 Morgan CtManhattan, IL 60442

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Joliet, IL

Pricing Updated: 12/07/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Joliet$1,825$1,2003

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. The Woodlands of Crest Hill in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,231. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Joliet apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone FallsOne Bedroom, Base Package1BR,1BA$949
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress1BR,1BA$1,231
Bays Tower ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,250
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,359

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL

As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Joliet area is the $0.91 price per square foot 511 W Jefferson St Model at 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Joliet apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport starting at $2,799 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Maple Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joliet apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3511 W Jefferson St3BR,1BA$0.91
Redwood LockportWillowood2BR,2BA$2.03
Parkview Estates2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.66
10 5th Ave, Unit 110 5th Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
207 Bridge St, Unit 2207 Bridge St2BR,1BA$1.33
Stone FallsTwo Bedroom, Luxury Package2BR,1BA$1.38
108 Nicholson St, Unit 1108 Nicholson St2BR,1BA$1.53
811 N Center St, Unit 1811 N Center St1BR,1BA$1.51
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress1BR,1BA$2.06
28 N Broadway St, Unit 2C28 N Broadway St1BR,1BA$1.50

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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.

Joliet, IL
Population: 148,099

Ranked #177

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Joliet, IL

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joliet Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Joliet Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Joliet is starting from $1,219 at Stone Falls.

What is the most affordable Joliet Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Joliet Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs At Weber Road and starts from $2,631.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!