
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Estates Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $800 (31 Rentals)
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Larkin Village

Stone Falls

Pine Meadows Apartments

120 S Larkin Ave

330 Willow Ave

406 Buell Ave
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364-366 Western Ave

518 E Bellarmine Dr

Holiday Garden Apartments

205 N Raynor Ave

221 Comstock St

401 N Raynor Ave

5 N Broadway St
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825 W Jefferson St

400-402 Western Ave

255 S Center St

408 Western Ave

Adlai Stevenson Gardens

113 N Center St

410 Raynor Ave
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2422 Walsh Way

310 Hunter Ave

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Marycrest Village

1604 Richmond Street

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404-406 Oneida St
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Oneida West Manor

Solstice Senior Living at Joliet

600 Moen Ave
Meadow Estates, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadow Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Estates Studio Apartments | $1,035 | $895 | $1,170 |
| Meadow Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $949 | $1,597 |
| Meadow Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,333 | $1,150 | $1,510 |
| Meadow Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,295 | $2,290 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Meadow Estates Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available Meadow Estates Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Estates, IL
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadow Estates area is the $0.91 price per square foot 511 W Jefferson St Model at 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Meadow Estates apartment is the Two Bedroom, Luxury Package Model at Stone Falls starting at $1,259 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadow Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 | 511 W Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Best Local Schools in Meadow Estates, Joliet, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Estates Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Estates Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meadow Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meadow Estates is starting from $1,219 at Stone Falls.
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