
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lima, IL from $300 (29 Rentals)
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112 E Franklin St

Smith and Royer Apartments

Lexington Concord

Aspen Court
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112 S Washington St

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Park Madison Apartments

1500 N Carolina St

19584 IL-96
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209 Chandler Blvd

525 S Lafayette St

304 S 2nd St

226 Locust St
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203 Charleston Blvd

204 Charleston Blvd

201 Charleston Blvd

218 Charleston Blvd

220 Charleston Blvd

219 Charleston Blvd
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1714 Singleton Ave

2545 N Co Rd 1740

524 W Murray St
Lima, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lima?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lima Studio Apartments | $838 | $390 | $1,200 |
Lima 1 Bedroom Apartments | $847 | $510 | $1,800 |
Lima 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $450 | $1,700 |
Lima 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $880 | $1,900 |
Lima 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $600 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Lima Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lima, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lima apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
1500 N Carolina St | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $700 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
The Burlington Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Stonegate Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lima, IL and Nearby
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lima area is the $1.08 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Lima apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at River Oaks Trails starting at $991 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lima apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Emerson Garden Apartments | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
River Oaks Trails | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Nexus TownHomes | 510 Layne Drive | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
1500 N Carolina St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 210 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 312 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
The Burlington Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Getting Around Lima, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lima Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lima?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lima is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lima Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lima Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lima Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lima is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lima Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lima Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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