
Cheap Homes for Rent in Macon, IL from $400 (9 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in Macon.


305 W Bower St

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511 W North 2nd St

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Macon, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Macon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Macon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $969 | $650 | $1,990 |
Macon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,155 | $898 | $1,400 |
Macon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Macon 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $400 | $400 | $400 |
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Cheapest Available Macon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Macon, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW priced from $421. Rider Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Macon apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $421 |
Rider Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
Moundford Terrace | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macon, IL and Nearby
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Macon area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Prairie Vista in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Macon apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) Model at Brainard Landings Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Macon apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Vista | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Brainard Landings Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Candles | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Butler Place | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Decatur Flats Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
Rider Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Macon
What type of rentals are currently available in Macon?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Macon, IL with pricing that ranges from $500 to $1,798. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Macon ranging from $400 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Macon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Macon ranges from $400 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,309.
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