
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL from $800 (27 Rentals)
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Larkin Village

The Birches
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311 N Ottawa St

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The Woodlands of Crest Hill

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Willow Run of Crest Hill
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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 |
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Cheap Joliet Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $850 | $4,042 |
Cheap Joliet 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $949 | $4,988 |
Cheap Joliet 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $1,075 | $4,940 |
Cheap Joliet 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,245 | $3,856 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Joliet, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current 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 |
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Downtown Joliet | $1,610 | $850 | 21 |
Forest Park | $1,995 | $1,095 | 8 |
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 $1,189. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Joliet apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
311 N Ottawa St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Oak 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
Springs At Weber Road | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,604 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joliet, IL
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Joliet area is the $2.00 price per square foot 309 May St Model at 309 May St, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Joliet apartment is the 534 E 17th St Model at 534 E 17th St, Unit 1 starting at $1,875 with a $1.70 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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309 May St, Unit 1st Floor | 309 May St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
534 E 17th St, Unit 1 | 534 E 17th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
107 Arizona Ave, Unit 2S | 107 Arizona Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
112 Nicholson St, Unit 3 | 112 Nicholson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Timber Pointe Apartments | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom with Den | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
HighPoint Community Apartments | Oak 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
309 Herkimer St, Unit 2R | 309 Herkimer St | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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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, ILPopulation: 148,099
Ranked #177
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Joliet, IL
Joliet West High School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joliet Apartments
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 $1,802.
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 $498 which is $1,304 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joliet.
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