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630 N 6th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 N 6th St

630 N 6th StBurlington, IA 52601
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Lexington Concord
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington Concord

902 N Charles StMacomb, IL 61455
Student Housing
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Chateau Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Apartments

114 26th StFort Madison, IA 52627
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Williamsburg Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Williamsburg Apartments

1072 Olive StGalesburg, IL 61401
Corporate Housing
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Keokuk Family Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats

2812 Lincoln AveKeokuk, IA 52632
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601-605 W Orchard St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

601-605 W Orchard St

601-605 W Orchard StMacomb, IL 61455
Student Housing
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2323-3030 31st Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2323-3030 31st Ave

2323-3030 31st AveRock Island, IL 61201
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Mediapolis Village
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mediapolis Village

510 Wapello St SMediapolis, IA 52637

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Elm Haven
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Haven

101 N Rose StElmwood, IL 61529
Senior Living
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Media, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Media Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Media, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Mayfair Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Media apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Mayfair Manor2x12BR,1BA$550
Welch Hotel Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom Side Apartment1BR,1BA$650
Bel Aire Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750
Caspian Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Green Gable CottagesGreen Gable 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$850
Stonegate Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$860

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Media, IL and Nearby

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Media area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Media apartment is the The Riverside Model at Parkway Commons starting at $1,350 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Saukie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Media apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nemitz Hall2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.76
Parkway CommonsThe Riverside2BR,2BA$1.09
Creekside Park3 BR / 2 BA3BR,2BA$0.85
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 3092BR,1BA$1.00
PARKWAY ESTATES3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.84
School House Apartments2 Bedroom and 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$0.89
Hawthorne Townhomes2 Bedrooms 2 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Alice Place West Burlington2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Media Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Media Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Media Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Media Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Media is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the most affordable Media Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Media Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at PARKWAY ESTATES and starts from $915.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.