Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knox County, IL from $300 (11 Rentals)

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301 E Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

301 E Main St

301 E Main StKnoxville, IL 61448

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Williamsburg Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamsburg Apartments

1072 Olive StGalesburg, IL 61401
Corporate Housing
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Bridlecreek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bridlecreek Apartments

401 S Soangetaha RdGalesburg, IL 61401
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Knox Crest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Knox Crest Apartments

644-670 S Academy StGalesburg, IL 61401
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Mary Allen West Tower
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mary Allen West Tower

121 W Simmons StGalesburg, IL 61401
Senior Living
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Cheapest Available Knox County Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mayfair Manor2x12BR,1BA$525
PARKWAY ESTATES2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$805

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knox County, IL

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Knox County area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at PARKWAY ESTATES in the starting from $805. The second greatest value Knox County apartment is the 246 E Main St Model at 246 E Main St, Unit 302 starting at $1,200 with a $1.60 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Knox County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
PARKWAY ESTATES2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.86
246 E Main St, Unit 302246 E Main St1BR,1BA$1.60
1067 Olive St, Unit 151067 Olive St2BR,1BA$1.40

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Knox County Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Knox County?

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 6 regular apartments in Knox County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Knox County?

Cheap apartments in Knox County have an average cost of $686 which is $229 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Knox County.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!