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Manhattan, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Manhattan Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Manhattan, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood priced from $949. The Woodlands of Crest Hill in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,061. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manhattan apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone FallsOne Bedroom, Base Package1BR,1BA$949
The Woodlands of Crest HillWhite OakStudio,1BA$1,061
Bays Tower ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,250
Park Towers Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,355
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,359

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, IL and Nearby

As of August 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manhattan area is the $2.14 price per square foot Goddard - 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Manors at Brookmere in the in the Southwick Courtyards neighborhood starting from $3,120. The second greatest value Manhattan apartment is the sc3s1.5 Model at Pheasant Run starting at $1,630 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Sunset Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Manors at BrookmereGoddard - 3 Bed 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$2.14
Pheasant Runsc3s1.53BR,1.5BA$1.66
Stone FallsTwo Bedroom, Luxury Package2BR,1BA$1.38
Park Towers Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath-910 sqft2BR,2BA$1.82
Timber Pointe ApartmentsElm1BR,1BA$2.30
Richton Trail2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.71
120 E North St, Unit B2120 E North St2BR,1BA$1.74
Arbors at Hickory CreekAspen1BR,1BA$2.03
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$2.30
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan, IL with pricing that ranges from $850 to $6,417. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan ranging from $1,350 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manhattan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manhattan ranges from $1,350 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,188.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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