
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Macomb, IL from $300 (57 Rentals)
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Lexington Concord

Smith and Royer Apartments

218 Charleston Blvd

219 Charleston Blvd

203 Charleston Blvd

202 Charleston Blvd

204 Charleston Blvd

217 Charleston Blvd

236 W Washington St
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Aspen Court

518 W Murray St

Creekside Park

River Run Apartments

Inselhaus

201-220 Charleston Blvd

X-Stadium Heights

Turnberry Village II

324-330 Wigwam Hollow Rd

601-605 W Orchard St
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The Village at Wheeler Apartments

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

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Alice Place West Burlington

Mayfair Manor

Bel Aire Apartments

PARKWAY ESTATES

Summer Street Apartments

Park Madison Apartments

Westland Village

Green Gable Cottages
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Caspian Village Apartments

Willow Oaks Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments

Williamsburg Townhouses

New Eastlawn Apartments

Stonegate Village Apartments

River Oaks Trails

Urbane424 Apartments

Haymeadow Apartments

Churchill Lofts
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Swing's Leisure Apartments

630 N 6th St

8710 W Main St

2545 N Co Rd 1740

Williamsburg Apartments

407-407 SW 8th St

607 NE 3rd Ave

804 SW 4th St

265 Duffield Ave

12149 DMC Hwy 99
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Macomb, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Macomb?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macomb Studio Apartments | $814 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Macomb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $818 | $510 | $1,300 |
| Macomb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,002 | $300 | $1,550 |
| Macomb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $915 | $1,900 |
| Macomb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $600 | $1,820 |
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Cheapest Available Macomb Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Macomb, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $300. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Macomb apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $300 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macomb, IL and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Macomb area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park in the starting from $1,029. The second greatest value Macomb apartment is the Churchill Lofts - 214 Model at Churchill Lofts starting at $1,295 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Macomb apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 214 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.31 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Summer Street Apartments | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Macomb, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Macomb Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Macomb?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Macomb is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Macomb Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Macomb Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Macomb Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Macomb is starting from $300 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Macomb Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Macomb Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.
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