Cheap Apartments for Rent in Knox County, IL from $300 (12 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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Bridlecreek Apartments
2 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 ESTATES3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Knox County, IL

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Knox County area is the $0.81 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at PARKWAY ESTATES in the starting from $880. The second greatest value Knox County apartment is the 104 S Park St Model at 104 S Park St, Unit 104 starting at $725 with a $1.04 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 ESTATES3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.81
104 S Park St, Unit 104104 S Park St2BR,1BA$1.04
354 W Douglas St, Unit 366354 W Douglas St2BR,1BA$1.11

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

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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