
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lee County, IL from $500 (17 Rentals)
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1136 Inlet Rd

203-209 E Chamberlin St

1106 4th Ave

202-206 N Court St
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185 W Hawley St

1231 N Galena Ave

Amboy

403 S Ottawa Ave

Canterbury House Apartments - Dixon
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309 Alan St

Dixon Manor

Amboy Manor

Middle Road Apartments

Dixon Square Apartments
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135 North Court St

Dixon Manor Apartments
Lee County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lee County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County Studio Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Lee County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $700 | $675 | $725 |
| Lee County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $800 | $775 | $825 |
| Lee County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $947 | $910 | $985 |
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Cheapest Available Lee County Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| 1231 N Galena Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lee County, IL
As of August 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lee County area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1231 N Galena Ave in the in the Lee County neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Lee County apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Dixon River Apartments starting at $775 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Lee County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lee County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1231 N Galena Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.