Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lena, IL from $400 (60 Rentals)

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640 Fox Knoll
2 Bedroom Apartments

640 Fox Knoll

640 Fox Knoll DrLena, IL 61048

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Alice Place Monroe
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$913 - $1,200
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$913 - $1,200

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Alice Place Monroe

124 County Rd NMonroe, WI 53566
Senior Living
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  • Low Income
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Rockford Housing Authority
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rockford Housing Authority

223 S Winnebago StRockford, IL 61102
Corporate Housing
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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
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Windsor Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

902 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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Carlton Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Apartments

948 N Main StRockford, IL 61103
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2816 Rudeen Close
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2816 Rudeen Close

2816 Rudeen CloseRockford, IL 61108
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Beloit Hillcrest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beloit Hillcrest

2200 Burton StBeloit, WI 53511
Senior Living
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4210-4212 7th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4210-4212 7th St

4210-4212 7th StRockford, IL 61109
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Highland Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Meadows

101 Circle DrLanark, IL 61046
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3036 La Salle Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3036 La Salle Ave

3036 La Salle AveRockford, IL 61114
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4003 9th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4003 9th St

4003 9th StRockford, IL 61109

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4205 8th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4205 8th St

4205 8th StRockford, IL 61109
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Burnham Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Burnham Lofts

202-206 W State StRockford, IL 61101
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$1,150 - $1,200

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121 N Cherry Ave

FreeportIL61032
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William Brown Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

William Brown Lofts

226 S Main StRockford, IL 61101
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Nu-State Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nu-State Apartments

119 N Church stRockford, IL 61101
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Lena, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lena Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lena, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Pine View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $669. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$669
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$775
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$820
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$825
Maplewood Glen Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$833
Prestwick Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$875
Alice Place Monroe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$913
616 S Clinton StUnit 42BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lena, IL and Nearby

As of July 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 2 bedroom one bathroom Model at Carlton Apartments starting at $875 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Central Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.67
Carlton Apartments2 bedroom one bathroom2BR,1BA$0.73
201 - 207 West Win Heights201 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$0.92
616 S Clinton StUnit 42BR,1BA$1.25
Maplewood Glen Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.17
Alice Place Monroe1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Prestwick Senior LivingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Roberts Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$1.12

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lena Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lena Apartment is $669 at Pine View.

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 $775 at Dixon River Apartments.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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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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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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.