
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lockport, IL from $900 (23 Rentals)
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1201 S State St

629 Clinton St

1315 Argo Ln

The Port

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1215 S State St, Unit 2

Springs at Lockport
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1317 Argo Ln, Unit 1

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14545 Archer Ave

814 S Jefferson St

1056 Ashley Ct N

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835 N Broadway St, Unit 2

918 Parkwood Dr

Pine Ridge
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Kerelis

115 N Hickory St

531 Pasadena

Liberty Landing

204 E Washington St

1353 Lakeview Ave

121 Davis Ave
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224 E Cass St

411 Wallace St
Lockport, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lockport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lockport Studio Apartments | $1,771 | $1,668 | $1,878 |
| Cheap Lockport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,185 | $2,429 |
| Cheap Lockport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,449 | $2,880 |
| Cheap Lockport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,669 | $1,225 | $3,225 |
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Cheapest Available Lockport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lockport, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Port in the Maple Hill neighborhood priced from $1,675. Springs at Lockport in the Maple Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,763. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lockport apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Port | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Springs at Lockport | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,763 |
| Redwood Lockport | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2,837 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lockport, IL
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lockport area is the $1.47 price per square foot 852 N State St Model at 852 N State St, Unit 205 in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lockport apartment is the 850 N State St Model at 850 N State St, Unit 203 starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Maple Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lockport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 852 N State St, Unit 205 | 852 N State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 850 N State St, Unit 203 | 850 N State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Redwood Lockport | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 1317 Argo Ln, Unit 1 | 1317 Argo Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 1215 S State St, Unit Unit 2 | 1215 S State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 835 N Broadway St, Unit 2 | 835 N Broadway St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Springs at Lockport | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 14545 Archer Ave | 14545 Archer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Port | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Milne Grove Elementary School
Lockport Township High School East
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lockport Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lockport?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lockport is at Springs at Lockport listed at $1,763.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lockport Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lockport Apartment is $1,675 at The Port.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lockport Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lockport is starting from $2,837 at Redwood Lockport.
What is the most affordable Lockport Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lockport Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs at Lockport and starts from $2,710.
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