
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idyleside Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $800 (13 Rentals)
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Idyleside, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Idyleside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Idyleside Studio Apartments | $1,961 | $850 | $4,531 |
Idyleside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $935 | $5,153 |
Idyleside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,075 | $4,767 |
Idyleside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $1,610 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Idyleside Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available Idyleside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idyleside area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls priced from $949. The Birches has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Idyleside apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
The Birches | stu | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
311 N Ottawa St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,281 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idyleside, IL
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Idyleside 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 Idyleside apartment is the 26 N Center St Model at 26 N Center St, Unit #1 Center starting at $935 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idyleside 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 |
26 N Center St, Unit #1 Center | 26 N Center St | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
The Woodlands of Crest Hill | White Oak | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
The Birches | stu | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIdyleside, Joliet, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Idyleside, Joliet, IL
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Getting Around the Idyleside Neighborhood in Joliet, IL
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idyleside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Idyleside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Idyleside is under $1,281.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idyleside?
The cheapest apartment in Idyleside is Stone Falls which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Idyleside costs $10,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Idyleside?
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 Idyleside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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