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629 Clinton St

204 E Washington St

1353 Lakeview Ave
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121 Davis Ave

224 E Cass St

411 Wallace St

1056 Ashley Ct N
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lockport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockport 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,269 | $1,400 | $3,100 |
| Lockport 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,550 | $1,575 | $3,500 |
| Lockport 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,275 | $2,450 | $4,000 |
| Lockport 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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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 | $2,846 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lockport, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lockport area is the $1.47 price per square foot 850 N State St Model at 850 N State St, Unit 203 in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lockport apartment is the 852 N State St Model at 852 N State St, Unit 205 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 850 N State St, Unit 203 | 850 N State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 852 N State St, Unit 205 | 852 N State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Redwood Lockport | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 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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Best Local Schools in Lockport, IL
Milne Grove Elementary School
Lockport Township High School East
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lockport?
There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in Lockport, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $3,225. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lockport ranging from $1,225 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lockport?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lockport ranges from $1,225 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,570.
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