
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Monticello, IL from $600 (42 Rentals)
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605 Univerisity

Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet

Westgate Apartments

Twin Oaks

Kobuck Apartments

Garden Court

Wellington Place
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The Courtyard on Randolph

Colonial Village

Southwest Apartments

Park Vista

Stonegate Village by Royse + Brinkmeyer

Midtown Center

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Colony Court

The Brickstone
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The Cove At Boulder Ridge

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Colony West

Sterling on First

Lincolnshire West

The Courtyards @ Prairie Fields

Tuscany Ridge Townhomes

The Legends Apartments

Park Place
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Prestwick Point Apartments

Fields South

Southwood Crossing

512 W Clark St.

913 W Church St.

Hessel on the Park

Barrington

508 W White St
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307 & 311 W. Birch

State & Cedar

Copper View Apartments

1714 W Clark St

1617 Lyndhurst W Dr

Parkview Apartments

610A English Creek Ct

810 Maplepark Dr
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603 N Dianne Ln

903 Bellepark Dr
Monticello, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monticello?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello Studio Apartments | $615 | $615 | $615 |
| Monticello 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,221 | $690 | $2,025 |
| Monticello 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $685 | $2,655 |
| Monticello 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $990 | $2,150 |
| Monticello 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,469 | $1,529 |
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Cheapest Available Monticello Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monticello, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Twin Oaks priced from $800. Kobuck Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monticello apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Oaks | 2423 W. Bradley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Kobuck Apartments | 1204 Wesley Ave 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Wellington Place | 1 Bedroom on the 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Colonial Village | Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Southwest Apartments | 1902 Karen Ct | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Park Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Stonegate Village by Royse + Brinkmeyer | The Sandstone - Unique | 2BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| 307 & 311 W. Birch | Canopy | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| The Brickstone | Two Bedroom One Bathroom - 862 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monticello, IL and Nearby
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monticello area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Unit Model at Park Place in the starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Monticello apartment is the 4x2 Cobalt Model at Sterling on First starting at $1,529 with a $1.20 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Monticello apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Park Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Sterling on First | 4x2 Cobalt | 4BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Tuscany Ridge Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhome (Standard Unit) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Prestwick Point Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath Unit! | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Stonegate Village by Royse + Brinkmeyer | The Sandstone w/ Loft | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| Colony Court | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Park Vista | Three Bedroom (Remodeled) | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Colonial Village | Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Brickstone | Two Bedroom One Bathroom - 862 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monticello Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monticello Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monticello Apartment is $800 at Twin Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monticello Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monticello is starting from $845 at Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet.
What is the most affordable Monticello Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monticello Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Village and starts from $1,100.
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