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821 N Oakland Ave

1363 E Johns Ave

759 E Lawrence St

1421 Sedgwick St

1719 W Olive St

1361 N 18th St
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830 E Rogers Ave

913 N Taylorville Blvd

2051 N Main St

1753 E Clay St

615 Harper Ave

2490 E Prairie St

1908 N Union St
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1705 E N St

1255 E Clay St

1741 N Woodford St

1811 N Morgan St

803 E Whitmer St

2150 E Clay St

840 W Wood St
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2160 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr

1011 N 12th St

117 S Elder Ln

111 S Elder Ln

2448 E Wood St

819 E Whitmer St

1829 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Auburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Auburn 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $933 | $550 | $1,850 |
| Mount Auburn 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,242 | $530 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Auburn Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Auburn, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll priced from $497. Roosevelt School Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $502. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Auburn apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| Roosevelt School Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Stones Crossing Apartments | Nice one bedroom efficiency apartment | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Oakwood Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Auburn, IL and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mount Auburn area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at Decatur Flats Apartments in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Mount Auburn apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $895 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Koke Mill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Oakwood Estates | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Quarry Apartments | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Auburn?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Mount Auburn, IL with pricing that ranges from $482 to $3,400. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Auburn ranging from $530 to $2,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Auburn?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Auburn ranges from $530 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $977.
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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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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.