
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lanark, IL from $300 (58 Rentals)
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Rockford Housing Authority

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes

Northland Park Apartments

Pine View

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

Nottingham West Apartments

Longwood Garden Apartments

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Washington Senior Apartments
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Roberts Court

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Prestwick Senior Living

Whitestone Manor Apartments

Iowa Mutual Lofts

Beacon Hill Apartments

201 - 207 West Win Heights

Halsted Park Apartments

Sterling Towers

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Alice Place Monroe
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Great Oaks Apartments

Valley Bluff Townhomes

Riverside Terrace Apartments

Wesleyan Apartments

Harrison Ave

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Cottage Bluff Apartments

Luther Center Senior Apartments

Tallgrass Townhomes

Roosevelt School Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments
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416 7th Ave S

Rock Falls Apartments

835 S Benton Ave

516 2nd Ave S

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

The Grove Apartments

107 W Baldwin St

527 E Center St

Windsor Apartments

Carthage Apartments
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514 Galt Ave

2816 Rudeen Close

4471 Carthage Dr

503 E 5th St

503 W Pleasant St

4210-4212 7th St

1214 S Saxby Ave

916 E Garden St

412 W 4th St

1216 9th Ave S
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Lanark, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lanark?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lanark Studio Apartments | $917 | $525 | $1,399 |
| Lanark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $480 | $1,699 |
| Lanark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $480 | $2,300 |
| Lanark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $757 | $2,010 |
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Cheapest Available Lanark Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lanark, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Riverside Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lanark apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $670 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Prestwick Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lanark, IL and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lanark area is the $0.67 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1 bathroom Model at Windsor Apartments in the in the Central Terrace neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Lanark apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport starting at $1,350 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the North Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lanark apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Large 2 bedroom townhomes with carport | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 201 - 207 West Win Heights | 201 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Landing of Clinton | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Cottage Bluff Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Iowa Mutual Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.24 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Rockford Housing Authority | Olesen Plaza 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lanark Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lanark?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lanark is at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes listed at $525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lanark Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lanark Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lanark Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lanark is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Lanark Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lanark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.
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