Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Joliet Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $800 (23 Rentals)

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406 Buell Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

406 Buell Ave

406 Buell AveJoliet, IL 60435
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404-406 Oneida St
3 Bedroom Apartments

404-406 Oneida St

404-406 Oneida StJoliet, IL 60435
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330 Willow Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

330 Willow Ave

330 Willow AveJoliet, IL 60436
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221 Comstock St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

221 Comstock St

221 Comstock StJoliet, IL 60436
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Water's Edge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Water's Edge

367 S Desplaines StJoliet, IL 60436
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5 N Broadway St
2 Bedroom Apartments

5 N Broadway St

5 N Broadway StJoliet, IL 60435
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255 S Center St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

255 S Center St

255 S Center StJoliet, IL 60436

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216-220 Cass St
Studio Apartments

216-220 Cass St

216-220 Cass StJoliet, IL 60432
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Relyea Bldg
2 Bedroom Apartments

Relyea Bldg

20 E Cass StJoliet, IL 60432
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301 South Ottawa
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

301 South Ottawa

301 S Ottawa StJoliet, IL 60436
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408 Western Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

408 Western Ave

408 Western AveJoliet, IL 60435
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222-224 Ohio St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

222-224 Ohio St

222-224 Ohio StJoliet, IL 60432
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113 N Center St
1 Bedroom Apartments

113 N Center St

113 N Center StJoliet, IL 60435
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203 Union St
3 Bedroom Apartments

203 Union St

203 Union StJoliet, IL 60433

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310 Hunter Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

310 Hunter Ave

310 Hunter AveJoliet, IL 60436

Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Joliet Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Joliet area of Joliet, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls priced from $949. The Woodlands of Crest Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,238. Here are the most affordable Downtown Joliet apartments for rent in Joliet, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone FallsOne Bedroom, Base Package1BR,1BA$949
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress1BR,1BA$1,238
Bays Tower ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Joliet, IL

As of October 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Joliet area is the $1.38 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Luxury Package Model at Stone Falls in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,259. The second greatest value Downtown Joliet apartment is the 342 Pine St Model at 342 Pine St, Unit 342 starting at $1,195 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Joliet apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stone FallsTwo Bedroom, Luxury Package2BR,1BA$1.38
342 Pine St, Unit 342342 Pine St3BR,1BA$1.49
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress1BR,1BA$2.07
411 Krakar Ave, Unit 2E411 Krakar Ave1BR,1BA$1.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL

Ranked #43

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Joliet Neighborhood in Joliet, IL

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Joliet Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Joliet?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Joliet is Stone Falls which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Downtown Joliet costs $1,610.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Joliet that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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