
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lee, IL from $400 (14 Rentals)
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University Village Apartments

Fox Hill Senior Living

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

Ashbury Court
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Colonial Apartments

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Willis Senior Lofts

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Lee, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lee Studio Apartments | $762 | $575 | $1,400 |
Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,010 | $635 | $1,629 |
Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $450 | $1,900 |
Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $789 | $2,400 |
Lee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $1,040 | $2,030 |
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Cheapest Available Lee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lee, IL is a Studio unit found at The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $725. New Suburban Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lee apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Terraces at Dekalb | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
New Suburban Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Varsity Square Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
103 W Railroad St | studio apartment | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lee, IL and Nearby
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lee area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value Lee apartment is the 2BA Model at York Meadow starting at $2,200 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Whispering Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lee apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.92 |
York Meadow | 2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
Old Orchard Apartments | 5 TH | 5BR,2.5BA | $0.81 |
Bristol Bay of Yorkville | Campania End | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Amber Manor | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Colonial Apartments | 3 TH | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
Willis Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Subsidized | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments | 1 BD | 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Fox Hill Senior Living | 1x1-H | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Getting Around Lee, IL
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lee is at The Terraces at Dekalb listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lee Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lee is starting from $919 at Amber Manor.
What is the most affordable Lee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb and starts from $1,025.
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