
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lena, IL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Rockford Housing Authority

Northland Park Apartments

Pine View

Dixon River Apartments

Park Meadow Apartments

Longwood Garden Apartments

The Arbors

Roberts Court
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Maplewood Glen

Willowbrook Glen

Whitestone Manor Apartments

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Prestwick Senior Living

Wesleyan Apartments

201 - 207 West Win Heights

Grand Avenue Apartments

Halsted Park Apartments

Sterling Towers
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Alice Place Monroe

Riverside Terrace Apartments

Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with balcony and garage

Park Towers Apartments

Cleora Apartments LLC

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Luther Center Senior Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

114 W Garfield St
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512 W Broadway St

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

107 W Baldwin St

527 E Center St

Windsor Apartments

2816 Rudeen Close

Beloit Hillcrest

4210-4212 7th St

904 Park St
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Highland Meadows

1214 S Saxby Ave

837 W Stephenson St

3023-3031 La Salle Ave

4003 9th St

4205 8th St

2915 Sherman Ave

503 W Pleasant St

1436 W American St
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Lena, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lena Studio Apartments | $1,086 | $625 | $1,399 |
| Lena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $480 | $2,925 |
| Lena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $480 | $3,050 |
| Lena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $910 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Available Lena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lena, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockford Housing Authority in the Central Terrace neighborhood priced from $480. Northland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford Housing Authority | Park Terrace 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $480 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Longwood Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
| Windsor Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Maplewood Glen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| Whitestone Manor Apartments | 529 N Main Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Prestwick Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Wesleyan Apartments | 2425-2505 Wesleyan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lena, IL and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lena 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 Lena apartment is the 201 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 201 - 207 West Win Heights starting at $1,050 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lena 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 |
| 201 - 207 West Win Heights | 201 - 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Hamptons | Ridge Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Riverside Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Maplewood Glen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Alice Place Monroe | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Prestwick Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 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 Lena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lena is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lena Apartment is $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lena is starting from $480 at Rockford Housing Authority.
What is the most affordable Lena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
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