1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL (152 Rentals)

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One Uptown
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One Uptown

1 Uptown CirNormal, IL 61761
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210 Lindell
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210 Lindell

210 LindellNormal, IL 61761
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308 Taylor
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308 Taylor

308 E Taylor StNormal, IL 61761
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106 E Locust
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106 E Locust

106 E LocustNormal, IL 61761
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306 Dewey
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306 Dewey

306 DeweyNormal, IL 61761
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207 Lindell
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207 Lindell

207 LindellNormal, IL 61761
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305 Dewey
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305 Dewey

305 DeweyNormal, IL 61761
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2 Larry Ct
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2 Larry Ct

2 Larry CtNormal, IL 61761
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11 Flora Way
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11 Flora Way

11 Flora WayNormal, IL 61761
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109 E Locust
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109 E Locust

109 E LocustNormal, IL 61761
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107 E Locust St
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107 E Locust St

107 E Locust StNormal, IL 61761

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803 Kern
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803 Kern

803 KernNormal, IL 61761
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115 W Willow
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115 W Willow

115 W WillowNormal, IL 61761
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604 Hillview
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604 Hillview

604 HillviewNormal, IL 61761
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211 Lindell
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211 Lindell

211 LindellNormal, IL 61761
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1203-1217 Wall St
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1203-1217 Wall St

1203-1217 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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1723 W. Hovey
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1723 W. Hovey

1723 Hovey AveNormal, IL 61761
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712 N Adelaide
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712 N Adelaide

712 N AdelaideNormal, IL 61761
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Vernon Ridge
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Vernon Ridge

326-336 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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Vernon Stables by SAMI
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Vernon Stables by SAMI

305-327 E Vernon DrNormal, IL 61761
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College Park
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College Park

200-216 Cottage AveNormal, IL 61761
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502 College
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502 College

502 E College AveNormal, IL 61761
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Parkview Apartments
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Parkview Apartments

101 Northfield DrNormal, IL 61761
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602 Hillview
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602 Hillview

602 Hillview DrNormal, IL 61761
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703/705 University
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703/705 University

703-705 S University StNormal, IL 61761
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West Wing
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West Wing

603 S Main StNormal, IL 61761
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Sugarcreek
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Sugarcreek

606 S Linden StNormal, IL 61761
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Normal 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 16, 2026

There are currently 18 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Normal, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $815 to $2,500. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Normal with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Normal9$1,400$815
Uptown Normal9$1,400$815

Largest Available Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Normal, IL is found at One Uptown in the Downtown Normal neighborhood and is 946 square feet priced from $2,500. Traditions Bloomington has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $935. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Normal:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
One Uptown1BR/1.0BA946 Sq Ft$2,500
Traditions BloomingtonOne Bedroom - Market850 Sq Ft$935
Carden SpringsNew Development Available May 22 2026: One Bedr...790 Sq Ft$1,620
Wingover Luxury Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,200
Lancaster HeightsOne Bedroom700 Sq Ft$1,000
Oak Point ApartmentsOP-1X1696 Sq Ft$1,150
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom505 Sq Ft$815

Cheapest Available Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Normal, IL is the One Bedroom Model starting from $578 at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. The second most affordable Normal 1 Bedroom is the 1 bed / bath Model at The Oaks starting at $800 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Normal is currently $1,117. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Normal:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$578
The Oaks1 bed / bath$800
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom$815

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Normal Overview

Located in McLean County, Normal is a relatively medium-sized town, with the last census coming in at 52,497. Chris Koos is the town mayor. Normal is the seventh largest community in Illinois, excluding Chicago. It's an attractive place to live whether you’re looking to buy a house or rent an apartment in Normal, IL.  

Why live in Normal, IL?

Normal, IL’s economic outlook centers around Illinois State University and the town’s farming. The area produces maize (corn) and soybeans, but it also manufactures tires and cars. The cost of living is also 10% lower than the national average. Apartments in Normal, IL are varied and accessible, with a number of popular options to choose from.  

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Normal Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Normal with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Normal is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $578.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Normal Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Normal is $1,117.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Normal Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Normal is a 946 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at One Uptown.

What is the average size for Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Normal is currently 625 sq ft.

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