Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Joliet Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $800 (23 Rentals)
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The Woodlands of Crest Hill
Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Joliet?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Joliet Studio Apartments | $993 | $850 | $1,090 |
Downtown Joliet 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $949 | $1,664 |
Downtown Joliet 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $1,075 | $1,704 |
Downtown Joliet 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,195 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Joliet Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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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 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 | $1,238 |
Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
342 Pine St, Unit 342 | 342 Pine St | 3BR,1BA | $1.49 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
411 Krakar Ave, Unit 2E | 411 Krakar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Joliet, Joliet, IL
Ranked #43
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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
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 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.

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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