Studio Apartments for Rent in Joy, IL (9 Rentals)

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Largest Available Joy and Nearby Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Joy, IL is found at 401 Brady St in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood and is 645 square feet priced from $1,000. Harrison Lofts has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 548 square feet and currently listed start at $627. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Joy:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
401 Brady StStudio645 Sq Ft$1,000
Harrison LoftsStudio - 40%548 Sq Ft$627
Bowstring LoftsStudio540 Sq Ft$1,095

Cheapest Available Joy and Nearby Studio Apartments

As of July 30, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Joy, IL is the Studio - 40% Model starting from $627 at Harrison Lofts in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Joy Studio is the s-mulber Model at Pine Ridge starting at $685 in the Villa Park neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Joy is currently $930. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Joy:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Harrison LoftsStudio - 40%$627
Pine Ridges-mulber$685
Union Arcade BuildingStudio$875

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Getting Around Joy, IL

Walk Score®

16 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Joy Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Joy with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Joy is at Harrison Lofts listed at $627.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Joy Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Joy is $930.

What is the largest available Studio Joy Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Joy is a 645 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at 401 Brady St.

What is the average size for Joy Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Joy is currently 526 sq ft.

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