
Cheap Apartments for Rent in McLean, IL from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Washington Senior Apartments

Summertree Rental Residences

Cortez Apartments

Brainard Landings Apartments

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Broadmoor Park

The Oaks

Class Act Realty
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Traditions Bloomington

Arbors at Eastland

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CollegePlace Uptown

Lincoln Square Apartments

Grove at Main

East Douglas Apartments

Shelbourne Apartments

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Danbury Court
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Brickyard Apartments

Currency Commons Apartments

Lancaster Heights

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Fox Hill Apartments

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Lincoln Lofts

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BayOak

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Clearwater Crest Apartments

215 N 3rd St

2807 W Nevada St

14716 E 425 North Rd

1261 E Grand Ave

314 Mecherle

2121 N Prospect Rd

126 Amsler St
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524 Caroline St

Fairmont Apartments

526 Fairholm Ave

2 Curtis Ct

2916 W Meidroth St

1123 West Ave

1 White Place

Oak Creek Plaza
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414 N Lee St
McLean, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McLean?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLean Studio Apartments | $2,062 | $546 | $5,670 |
| McLean 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $400 | $8,627 |
| McLean 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $664 | $7,399 |
| McLean 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $798 | $4,800 |
| McLean 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $839 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available McLean Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in McLean, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $546. Broadmoor Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable McLean apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $546 |
| Broadmoor Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Brainard Landings Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (II) | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| The Oaks | 1 bed / bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Market | 2BR,2BA | $831 |
| Arbors at Eastland | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Grove at Main | 1/1 TRA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McLean, IL and Nearby
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the McLean area is the $0.58 price per square foot 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $889. The second greatest value McLean apartment is the 2BR/ 1BA Model at East Douglas Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McLean apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Social on Hovey | 4 Balcony Renovated | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 3 Stortz Drive | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Oak Creek Plaza | 2/1 Vaulted Ceilings LVP Flooring | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Brainard Landings Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath (II) | 2BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| Clearwater Crest Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Lincoln Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McLean Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McLean?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McLean is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $546.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McLean Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McLean Apartment is $578 at Washington Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McLean Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McLean is starting from $800 at Brainard Landings Apartments.
What is the most affordable McLean Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McLean Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Lofts and starts from $1,150.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.