
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mcdonough County, IL from $300 (4 Rentals)
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Mcdonough County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mcdonough County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mcdonough County Studio Apartments | $505 | $390 | $620 |
Mcdonough County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $655 | $500 | $1,094 |
Mcdonough County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $743 | $450 | $1,000 |
Mcdonough County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,110 | $1,080 | $1,140 |
Mcdonough County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,233 | $600 | $1,600 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mcdonough County, IL
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mcdonough County area is the $1.46 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Smith and Royer Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Mcdonough County apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at Jefferson House Senior Living starting at $1,094 with a $2.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mcdonough County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Smith and Royer Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Jefferson House Senior Living | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mcdonough County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mcdonough County?
The cheapest apartment in Mcdonough County is Macomb Rentals which is listed at $510, while the average apartment in Mcdonough County costs $1,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mcdonough 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 1 regular apartments in Mcdonough County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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