
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Draper Avenue Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $900 (16 Rentals)
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119 Arizona Ave, Unit 2

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213 N Hickory St, Unit 2N

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Draper Avenue, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Draper Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draper Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $995 | $1,450 |
| Draper Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $1,095 | $1,995 |
| Draper Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $1,600 | $2,310 |
| Draper Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $2,000 | $2,185 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Draper Avenue Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available Draper Avenue Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Draper Avenue, IL
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Draper Avenue area is the $1.66 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Parkview Estates in the in the Draper Avenue neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Draper Avenue apartment is the 119 Arizona Ave Model at 119 Arizona Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,095 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Draper Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| 119 Arizona Ave, Unit 2 | 119 Arizona Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 409 Plainfield Rd, Unit 409 Plainfield Rd. #2 | 409 Plainfield Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 213 N Hickory St, Unit 2N | 213 N Hickory St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 811 N Center St, Unit 1 | 811 N Center St | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Draper Avenue Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Draper Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Draper Avenue is Bays Tower Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Draper Avenue costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Draper Avenue?
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 Draper Avenue that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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