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619 S 5th St

1004 S 13th St

117 S Elder Ln

111 S Elder Ln

1408 N 15th St
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86 Castings Rd

1710 E Moffat Ave
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31 Imperial Valley Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,147 | $925 | $1,800 |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,455 | $1,000 | $3,495 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lincoln, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Senior Flats priced from $400. Roosevelt School Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $502. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
| Roosevelt School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $546 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, IL and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $0.71 price per square foot Sunset Hills Model at Sunset Hills Apartments in the starting from $925. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the 2BR/ 1BA Model at East Douglas Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Currency Commons Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 2 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. Capitol View. | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| West Mound Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Oakwood Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 3TEN Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 2474 N Florian | 6 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Very nice and updated one bedroom for rent!!!!! | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lincoln?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, IL with pricing that ranges from $400 to $9,669. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lincoln ranging from $786 to $3,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lincoln?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lincoln ranges from $786 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,308.
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