Cheap Apartments for Rent in Milan, IL from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Harrison Lofts

RIVERWALK LOFTS

Shire and Rivendell Apartments

Pine Ridge

Cotton Mill Apartments

2334 4th St
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Butterworth Apartments

Pershing Hill Lofts

2323-3030 31st Ave

Union Arcade Building

836 28th St

Mississippi Lofts
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Federal Point

Urbane 210

2501 26th Avenue Ct, Unit B

401 Brady St

The Penthouse Davenport
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1215 24th Street Place - River Oaks Apartments

1701 25th St

3637 Johnson Ave

1329 7th Ave

2325 McKinley Ave
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2007 46th St
Milan, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Milan Studio Apartments | $921 | $627 | $1,290 |
| Cheap Milan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $625 | $1,745 |
| Cheap Milan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $750 | $2,600 |
| Cheap Milan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $1,050 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Milan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Milan, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Hill in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $625. Harrison Lofts in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $627. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Harrison Lofts | Studio - 40% | Studio,1BA | $627 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Pine Ridge | 1-sycam | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pershing Hill Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $818 |
| Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Union Arcade Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milan, IL
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milan area is the $0.74 price per square foot 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at Bucktown Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $998. The second greatest value Milan apartment is the 1bd/1ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucktown Lofts | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| Davenport Bank Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| LeClaire | The Fitzgerald | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Gordon-Van Tine Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 2504 15th St, Unit 4 | 2504 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Pine Ridge | 2-willow | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Shire and Rivendell Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Milan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Milan is at Harrison Lofts listed at $627.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Milan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Milan Apartment is $625 at Carriage Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Milan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Milan is starting from $750 at Shire and Rivendell Apartments.
What is the most affordable Milan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Milan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waterfront Apartments and starts from $1,599.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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