1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL (158 Rentals)

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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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106 W Shelbourne
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106 W Shelbourne

106 W Shelbourne DrNormal, 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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211 Lindell
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211 Lindell

211 LindellNormal, 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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109 E Locust
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109 E Locust

109 E LocustNormal, IL 61761
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604 Hillview
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604 Hillview

604 HillviewNormal, 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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502 College
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502 College

502 E College AveNormal, IL 61761
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College Park
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College Park

200-216 Cottage 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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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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Normal 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 30, 2026

There are currently 8 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Normal, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $840 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 Normal4$1,380$840
Uptown Normal4$1,380$840

Largest Available Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Normal, IL is found at 1114-1120 Ekstam and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,445. One Uptown in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 946 square feet and currently listed start at $2,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Normal:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1114-1120 Ekstam1 Bedroom1,200 Sq Ft$1,445
One Uptown1BR/1.0BA946 Sq Ft$2,500
Carden Springs1 BR790 Sq Ft$1,699
221 Robinhood Ln1BR/1.0BA725 Sq Ft$995
Lancaster HeightsOne Bedroom700 Sq Ft$1,000
Oak Point ApartmentsOP-1X1696 Sq Ft$1,200
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom505 Sq Ft$840

Cheapest Available Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 30, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Normal, IL is the Unfurnished Model starting from $825 at Cortez Apartments . The second most affordable Normal 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Class Act Realty starting at $840 in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Normal is currently $1,346. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Normal:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cortez ApartmentsUnfurnished$825
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom$840
822 E. Washington Street1BR/1.0BA$850

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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 Cortez Apartments listed at $825.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Normal is $1,346.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Normal is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,445 at 1114-1120 Ekstam.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Normal is currently 725 sq ft.

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