Cheap Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL from $505 (170 Rentals)

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902 S University St
$700

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Base Rent$700
Total Monthly Price$700
5 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

902 S University St

902 S University StNormal, IL 61761
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212 Lindell Dr
$700 - $1,300

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Base Rent$700 - $1,300
Total Monthly Price$700 - $1,300
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

212 Lindell Dr

212 Lindell DrNormal, IL 61761
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property at 1506 Northbrook Dr
$1,010

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Base Rent$1,010
Total Monthly Price$1,010
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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1506 Northbrook Dr

NormalIL61761

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property at 700 Golfcrest Rd N
$1,325

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Base Rent$1,325
Total Monthly Price$1,325
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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700 Golfcrest Rd N

NormalIL61761
property at 1504 Ensign Dr
$1,295 - $1,335
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1504 Ensign Dr

NormalIL61761
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118 W Willow St
2 Bedroom Apartments

118 W Willow St

118 W Willow StNormal, IL 61761
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308 Taylor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

308 Taylor

308 E Taylor StNormal, IL 61761
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Crestwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood

404 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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1203-1217 Wall St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1203-1217 Wall St

1203-1217 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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1723 W. Hovey
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1723 W. Hovey

1723 Hovey AveNormal, IL 61761
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Brookside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookside

1002-1006 Jersey AveNormal, IL 61761
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110 Orr
2 Bedroom Apartments

110 Orr

110 N Orr DrNormal, IL 61761
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206 Locust
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

206 Locust

206 W Locust StNormal, IL 61761
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1208Major
Studio Apartments

1208Major

1208-1216 Major StNormal, IL 61761
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2 Larry Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Larry Ct

2 Larry CtNormal, IL 61761
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Vernon Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vernon Ridge

326-336 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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106 W Shelbourne
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

106 W Shelbourne

106 W Shelbourne DrNormal, IL 61761

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Cheapest Available Normal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Normal, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at 701 Franklin in the Downtown Normal neighborhood priced from $530. Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $546. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Normal apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
701 FranklinApt 13BR,1BA$530
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$546
1208Major0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$785
Cortez ApartmentsUnfurnished1BR,1BA$825
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Normal area is the $0.35 price per square foot 902 S University St Model at 902 S University St in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Normal apartment is the 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey starting at $749 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Normal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
902 S University St902 S University St5BR,3BA$0.35
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony Renovated4BR,4BA$0.49
The Social at Illinois State4x4 Furnished Townhome4BR,4BA$0.47
1006 Samantha StPer Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.51
605 Kingsley St4 person rate4BR,3BA$0.48
200 S LindenRent per Person for 22BR,1BA$0.58
21 Flora WayPer Person for 22BR,1.5BA$0.53
701 FranklinApt 13BR,1BA$0.48
105 E Locust St105 E Locust St4BR,1BA$0.56
113 W Willow St2 person Rate2BR,1BA$0.73

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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 Cheap Normal Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Normal?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Normal is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $546.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Normal Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Normal Apartment is $825 at Cortez Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Normal Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Normal is starting from $850 at Class Act Realty.

What is the most affordable Normal Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Normal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 701 Franklin and starts from $530.

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