
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monticello, IL from $600 (14 Rentals)
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605 W University Ave

913 W Church St

Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet

Westgate Apartments

Barrington
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Wellington Place

1001 Francis Dr

Park Vista
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Tuscany Ridge Townhomes

1407 S State St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monticello?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Monticello 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $675 | $1,960 |
Monticello 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $800 | $2,569 |
Monticello 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $905 | $2,150 |
Monticello 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $1,529 | $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. Barrington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monticello apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Twin Oaks | 2423 W. Bradley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Barrington | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $810 |
Park Vista | 2 Bedroom + Office | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Tuscany Ridge Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monticello, IL and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monticello area is the $1.45 price per square foot Timberwolf 3x2 B Model at Timber Wolf and Cates Crossing in the starting from $1,915. The second greatest value Monticello apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome (Remodeled) Model at Tuscany Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $1.17 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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Timber Wolf and Cates Crossing | Timberwolf 3x2 B | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Tuscany Ridge Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhome (Remodeled) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
Southwest Apartments | 2517 Leeper Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
Middletown Place Apartments | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Kobuck Apartments | 1202 Wesley Ave 2bd/1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Stonegate Village by Royse + Brinkmeyer | The Sandstone- Remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
Park Vista | Three Bedroom (Remodeled) | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Brickstone | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Lincolnshire West | 2 Bedroom Upper Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Getting Around Monticello, IL
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $810 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 Park Vista and starts from $975.
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