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Country Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Meadows

504 Plaza DrMendota, IL 61342
Senior Living
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Rock Falls Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rock Falls Apartments

1608 E Rock Falls RdRock Falls, IL 61071
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property at 1016 N Maple St

$775

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1016 N Maple St

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property at 1321 Maple Dr

$800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1321 Maple Dr

PeruIL61354
property at 809 Calhoun St

$875

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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809 Calhoun St

PeruIL61354

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property at 1320 Maple Dr

$900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1320 Maple Dr

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Mendota, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mendota Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mendota, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Dixon River Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mendota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$775
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$780
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Lincolnshire West2gu2BR,1BA$1,185
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,400
Hunter Star PropertiesHunter Star - 8 Bedroom 2.5 Bath8BR,2BA$2,100
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mendota, IL and Nearby

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mendota area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Mendota apartment is the 2gu Model at Lincolnshire West starting at $1,185 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mendota apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.98
Lincolnshire West2gu2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Dixon River Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,1BA$0.92
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.80
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.51
The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest DriveHillcrest Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.06
University Plaza ApartmentsA1 Floor Plan1BR,1BA$3.15

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

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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 Mendota Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mendota Apartment is $750 at Northland Park Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mendota is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.