
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Macon, IL (36 Rentals)


Orchard Park

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Hickory Glen, Active Senior Living

Lincoln Square Apartments

Huntington Ridge Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

Lake Pointe Apartments

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Safe Harbor Properties
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Candles

Lincoln Senior Flats

Prairie Hills

Denison Place

Brainard Landings Apartments

Decatur Flats Apartments

RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW
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The Quarry Apartments

Roosevelt School Apartments

Hunter Glen Apartments

Smart Choice Park

Rider Place

Watch Street

Mattoon Towers 62+ and handicapped

Oakwood Estates

721 South Grand Ave W

Hickory Point Apartments
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Stones Crossing Apartments

250 N College St

The Hickox Collection

Pine Woods Apartments

Chatterton Place Apartments
Macon, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Macon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon Studio Apartments | $777 | $469 | $1,800 |
Macon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $410 | $3,000 |
| Macon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $543 | $3,800 |
| Macon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $613 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available Macon and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Macon, IL is found at 721 South Grand Ave W in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,050. Lincoln Tower Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $799. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Macon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $799 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Orchard Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Standard | 750 Sq Ft | $1,025 |
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 702 Sq Ft | $725 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included. | 695 Sq Ft | $875 |
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 669 Sq Ft | $410 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 611 Sq Ft | $421 |
| Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | 605 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Roosevelt School Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $461 |
Cheapest Available Macon and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Macon, IL is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $410 at Lincoln Senior Flats . The second most affordable Macon 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW starting at $421 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Macon is currently $871. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Macon:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $410 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $421 |
| Roosevelt School Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $461 |
| Rider Place | 1 Bedroom | $500 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment | $625 |
| The Quarry Apartments | Flintstone | $665 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | $700 |
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $725 |
| Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $799 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr/ 1 Bath Private Balcony Capitol Views | $875 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Macon Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Macon with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Macon is at Lincoln Senior Flats listed at $410.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Macon Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Macon is $871.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Macon Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Macon is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at 721 South Grand Ave W.
What is the average size for Macon 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Macon is currently 780 sq ft.
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