Cheap Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL from $400 (66 Rentals)

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$1,025

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1506 Northbrook Dr

NormalIL61761

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property at 1600 Northbrook Dr

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1600 Northbrook Dr

NormalIL61761
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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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110 Orr
2 Bedroom Apartments

110 Orr

110 N Orr DrNormal, IL 61761

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Vernon Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vernon Ridge

326-336 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
Student Housing
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210 Lindell
1 Bedroom Apartments

210 Lindell

210 LindellNormal, IL 61761
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2 Curtis Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

2 Curtis Ct

2 Curtis CtNormal, IL 61761

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909 N Main St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

909 N Main St

909 N Main StBloomington, IL 61701
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2208 Todd Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2208 Todd Dr

2208 Todd DrBloomington, IL 61704
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President Place Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

President Place Apartments

818-824 E Washington StBloomington, IL 61701
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1214 Orchard
2 Bedroom Apartments

1214 Orchard

1214 Orchard RdBloomington, IL 61704
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2408 Rainbow Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2408 Rainbow Ave

2408 Rainbow AveBloomington, IL 61704
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2104 Rainbow Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

2104 Rainbow Avenue

2002-2004 Rainbow AveBloomington, IL 61704
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1104 Hershey Road
2 Bedroom Apartments

1104 Hershey Road

1104 N Hershey RdBloomington, IL 61704
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.