
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Prairie Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $300 (36 Rentals)
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Stone Falls

Larkin Village

835 N Broadway St, Unit 1, Unit 1

26 N Broadway St, Unit 1S, Unit 1S

226 N Broadway St, Unit 1, Unit 1

209 Hyde Park St, Unit 209, Unit 209

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213 N Hickory St, Unit BS, Unit BS

215 N Broadway St
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257 Wilcox St, Unit 307, Unit 307

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511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3, Unit 3

Bays Tower Apartments

123 N Hickory St

463 S Ottawa St

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1104 Elizabeth St, Unit #1, Unit #1

1104 Elizabeth St, Unit #1

The Birches Apartments

212 Madison St, Unit 2F, Unit 2F
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255 Wilcox St, Unit 306, Unit 306

222 Madison St, Unit 3E, Unit 3E

253 Wilcox St, Unit 209, Unit 209

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254 E Jackson St, Unit 2nd Floor Front, Unit 2nd Floor Front

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Marycrest Village

Oneida West Manor

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1604 Richmond Street

111 N Center St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

2224 Oneida St

509 Kungs Way

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

Sutton Place Apartments

Willow Run of Crest Hill
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North Prairie, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Prairie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Prairie Studio Apartments | $1,371 | $895 | $1,735 |
| North Prairie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $949 | $2,326 |
| North Prairie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,095 | $2,965 |
| North Prairie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,225 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Prairie Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available North Prairie Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Prairie area of Chicago, 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 Studio apartment currently listed from $1,179. Here are the most affordable North Prairie apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,179 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The View at Rock Run Collection | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,938 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Prairie, IL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Prairie area is the $0.86 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 $1,225. The second greatest value North Prairie apartment is the 1104 Elizabeth St Model at 1104 Elizabeth St, Unit #1 starting at $1,295 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Prairie 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 | $0.86 |
| 1104 Elizabeth St, Unit #1 | 1104 Elizabeth St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 213 N Hickory St, Unit BS | 213 N Hickory St | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 254 E Jackson St, Unit 2nd Floor Front | 254 E Jackson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The View at Rock Run Collection | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 835 N Broadway St, Unit 1 | 835 N Broadway St | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $3.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Prairie, Joliet, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including North Prairie, Joliet, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Prairie Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Prairie?
The cheapest apartment in North Prairie is Stone Falls which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in North Prairie costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Prairie?
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 North Prairie that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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