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759 E Lawrence St

1616 S 7th St

2160 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr

1011 N 12th St
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229 W Allen St

2136 S 9th St

2155 S 13th St

229 S Paul St

1805 E Morgan Ave
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525 E Pine St

1137 N 4th St

1710 E Moffat Ave

525 W Cook St

2213 E Adams St
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1408 N 15th St
Mechanicsburg, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mechanicsburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsburg 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,120 | $750 | $1,850 |
| Mechanicsburg 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,263 | $530 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Mechanicsburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mechanicsburg, IL is a Studio unit found at Roosevelt School Apartments priced from $502. RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $507. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mechanicsburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsburg, IL and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mechanicsburg area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Mechanicsburg apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Decatur Flats Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mechanicsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Koke Mill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2474 N Florian | 10 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mechanicsburg?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Mechanicsburg, IL with pricing that ranges from $482 to $3,400. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mechanicsburg ranging from $530 to $2,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mechanicsburg?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mechanicsburg ranges from $530 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,111.
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