
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Joy, IL from $600 (52 Rentals)
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Harrison Lofts

RIVERWALK LOFTS

Jebens Court Apartments

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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

Eagles Crest Apartments

Pine Ridge

Apartments on Main

Carriage Hill

Walcott Manor Apartments
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Sherwood Forest Apartments

Pershing Hill Lofts

Timber Ridge Apartments

Urbane 210

Union Arcade Building

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Cobblestone Apartments

Federal Point

Halligan Coffee Company Lofts
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Vue at 7th

Marquee Apartments

Bucktown Lofts

Mississippi Lofts

401 Brady St

The Penthouse Davenport

Spencer Towers

30 Village Ct

407-407 SW 8th St

607 NE 3rd Ave
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12149 DMC Hwy 99

Cotton Mill Apartments

LaFayette Square

804 SW 4th St

801 5th St

812 SW 9th St

Butterworth Apartments

218 1/2 W 7th St

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

627 N Division St
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2323-3030 31st Ave

1809 2nd Ave

110 1/2 1st Ave W

Mediapolis Village

413 Pine St

2505 15th St

114 S Mississippi St

3032 Indian Rd

2043 33rd St

1510 Brady St
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Joy, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Studio Apartments | $939 | $644 | $1,375 |
| Joy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $615 | $1,900 |
| Joy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $710 | $3,250 |
| Joy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $815 | $3,300 |
| Joy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $930 | $1,005 |
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Cheapest Available Joy Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Joy, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Century Woods Apartments in the Saukie neighborhood priced from $615. Jebens Court Apartments in the Riverview Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Joy apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Woods Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Jebens Court Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Eagles Crest Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath with patio | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Apartments on Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Walcott Manor Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $780 |
| Pine Ridge | 1-sycam | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Pershing Hill Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $818 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joy, IL and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Joy area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1bd/1ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Joy apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at RIVERWALK LOFTS starting at $1,195 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport Bank Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Vue at 7th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Halligan Coffee Company Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Walcott Manor Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Century Woods Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Harrison Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Jebens Court Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joy Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Joy?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Joy is at Welch Hotel Senior Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Joy Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Joy Apartment is $615 at Century Woods Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Joy Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Joy is starting from $710 at Century Woods Apartments.
What is the most affordable Joy Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Joy Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Century Woods Apartments and starts from $815.
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