
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Macon County, IL from $300 (24 Rentals)
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RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW

Roosevelt School Apartments

1923 N Church St

Stones Crossing Apartments

The Quarry Apartments

941 W Waggoner St

Woodcrest Apartment Homes
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1901 N Church St

744 W William St, Unit 2nd floor

Oakwood Estates

Timber Cove

214 N Maple St

Southern Oaks Apartments

Country Place-Maroa

Beth Boulevard Apartments
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545 W Main St

Edgewood Apartments

Country Estate

Country Place-Argenta

1363 E Johns Ave

Willow Heights

777 W Prairie St

290 S Maffit St
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Macon County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Macon County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon County Studio Apartments | $660 | $502 | $850 |
| Macon County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $768 | $482 | $900 |
| Macon County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $901 | $566 | $1,300 |
| Macon County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $641 | $1,200 |
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Cheapest Available Macon County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Macon County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW priced from $421. 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 Macon County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $421 |
| Roosevelt School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Quarry Apartments | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Oakwood Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macon County, IL
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Macon County area is the $0.77 price per square foot 706 W Prairie Ave Model at 706 W Prairie Ave, Unit 2 in the starting from $850. The second greatest value Macon County apartment is the 1643 N Main St Model at 1643 N Main St, Unit Up starting at $900 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Macon County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 706 W Prairie Ave, Unit 2 | 706 W Prairie Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 1643 N Main St, Unit Up | 1643 N Main St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Oakwood Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 2474 N Florian | 6 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| The Quarry Apartments | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Very nice and updated one bedroom for rent!!!!! | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Macon County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Macon County?
The cheapest apartment in Macon County is RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW which is listed at $421, while the average apartment in Macon County costs $845.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Macon County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Macon County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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