
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL from $578 (50 Rentals)


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504 E Locust St

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Lancaster Heights

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1203-1217 Wall St

1723 W. Hovey

2 Larry Ct

Vernon Ridge

210 Lindell

1007 Sheryl Ln

Parkview Apartments

308 Taylor

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Washington Senior Apartments

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603 N Lee St, Unit 4, Unit 4
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Cortez Apartments

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704 W Mulberry St

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1410 N Lee St

The Oaks

Arbors at Eastland

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1205 Orchard Rd

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1209 Orchard Rd

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510 S Clayton St

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209 E Chestnut St

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710 Douglas St
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1-7 Keisha Drive

Traditions Bloomington

The Ponds on G E Road

912 N Madison St

407 N Clinton St

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507 E Mulberry St

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Garden Grove

Clobertin CT
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2101 Todd Drive

314 E Locust

314 Mecherle

Lakewood Terrace

1211 Orchard Rd

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Holiday Park Apartments

1206 Eastport

Fairway Apartments

1 White Place
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Normal, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Studio Apartments | $1,339 | $546 | $4,666 |
| Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $578 | $2,979 |
| Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $664 | $3,471 |
| Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $798 | $4,750 |
| Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $699 | $2,499 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Normal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Normal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Normal is under $840.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Normal?
The cheapest apartment in Normal is Washington Senior Apartments which is listed at $578, while the average apartment in Normal costs $2,381.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Normal?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Normal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Normal?
Cheap apartments in Normal have an average cost of $899 which is $1,482 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Normal.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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