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116 N 5th St

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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. Mediapolis Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Media apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Mediapolis VillageUnit 392BR,1BA$495
Mayfair Manor2x12BR,1BA$525
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Cotton Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Media, IL and Nearby

As of September 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Media area is the $0.98 price per square foot Blaul Lofts - 215 Model at Blaul Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,448. The second greatest value Media apartment is the Churchill Lofts - 201 Model at Churchill Lofts starting at $998 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Ginger Ridge 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.
Blaul LoftsBlaul Lofts - 2152BR,1BA$0.98
Churchill LoftsChurchill Lofts - 2012BR,1BA$0.93
Mediapolis VillageUnit 414BR,2BA$0.84
Nexus TownHomes510 Layne Drive2BR,1BA$1.28
Westland Village2x12BR,1BA$0.89
Colorado Senior Lofts 55+Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.86
Summer Street ApartmentsApartment 22BR,1BA$1.11
Park Madison Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
Cotton Mill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.00
Alice Place West Burlington1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Media

What type of rentals are currently available in Media?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Media, IL with pricing that ranges from $390 to $1,900. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Media ranging from $500 to $3,100.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Media ranges from $500 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,050.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Media?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Media range from $820 to $1,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,140 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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