
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mackinaw, IL from $600 (45 Rentals)
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Colonial Village

Sunset Hills Apartments

Willow Oaks Apartments

Glen Oak Towers

The Avenue Apartments

Williamsburg Townhouses

Civic Center Plaza Apartments

Morton Estates
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Marquette Place

Stonecrest

Woodfield Queenwood Apartments

Creekwood Apartments

The Current Apartments

Mel Hasty Retirement Center

812 Lofts

Winkler Lofts
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Magnolia Lofts

The Mallard Way Rental Community

505 E Virginia Ave

1001 Veerman St

2604 Pine St

1107 Pekin Ave

824 W Mac Queen Ave

130-132 Fauber Ln

Churchview Garden Homes
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Glen Oak Manor Condominium Townhomes

Cityscape Apartments

2019 S Elizabeth St

911 N Sheridan Rd

800 E Nebraska Ave

811 E Lake Ave

412 E Arcadia Ave

1806 N Peoria Ave

526 Fairholm Ave
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906 S Tonti Cir

730 E McClure Ave

911 Hamilton St

1101 Cambridge Dr

901 NE Glen Oak Ave

1318 N Machin Ave

814 W McClure Ave

802 E London Ave

2507 W Laura Ave
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Mackinaw, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mackinaw?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackinaw Studio Apartments | $1,124 | $795 | $1,550 |
| Mackinaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $740 | $2,250 |
| Mackinaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $805 | $2,260 |
| Mackinaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $925 | $2,300 |
| Mackinaw 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $1,000 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Mackinaw Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mackinaw, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. Willow Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mackinaw apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Morton Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $925 |
| EMR Apartments | 1/1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Current Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mackinaw, IL and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mackinaw 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 Mackinaw apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cedar Creek Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mackinaw 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 |
| Cedar Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Harvest View | 2/2 Second Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Market | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The Mallard Way Rental Community | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mackinaw Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mackinaw?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mackinaw is at Civic Center Plaza Apartments listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment is $625 at Colonial Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mackinaw is starting from $830 at Willow Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mackinaw Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mackinaw Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Hills Apartments and starts from $925.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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