
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, IL (34 Rentals)

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721 South Grand Ave W

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Stones Crossing Apartments

419 N 1st St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lincoln Studio Apartments | $674 | $548 | $800 |
Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $849 | $550 | $1,350 |
Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,170 | $625 | $2,550 |
Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $895 | $1,675 |
Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $1,720 | $1,720 |
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Largest Available Lincoln and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lincoln, IL is found at 721 South Grand Ave W in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,050. Lincoln Tower Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $799. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lincoln:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $799 |
Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included. | 695 Sq Ft | $845 |
Washington Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $895 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | 605 Sq Ft | $875 |
Stones Crossing Apartments | Very nice and updated one bedroom for rent!!!!! | 605 Sq Ft | $700 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 580 Sq Ft | $825 |
Traditions Bloomington | No Available Units | 0 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available Lincoln and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lincoln, IL is the Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment Model starting from $625 at Stones Crossing Apartments . The second most affordable Lincoln 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Lincoln Tower Apartments starting at $799 in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lincoln is currently $849. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lincoln:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Stones Crossing Apartments | Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment | $625 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $799 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $825 |
Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included. | $845 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | $875 |
Washington Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $895 |
721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | $1,050 |
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Getting Around Lincoln, IL
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Lincoln with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lincoln is at Stones Crossing Apartments listed at $625.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln is $849.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lincoln Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lincoln is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at 721 South Grand Ave W.
What is the average size for Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lincoln is currently 600 sq ft.
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