
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL from $400 with Washer/Dryer (53 Rentals)
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1610 Bryan St, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

Summertree Rental Residences

Parkway Court Apartments

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1713 Rockingham Dr, Unit A, Unit A

Ironwood Gardens Apartments

Lancaster Heights

1505 Northbrook Dr

1600 Northbrook Dr

BayOak
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Oak Point Apartments

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1700 Rockingham Dr

Healing Stone Court Apartments

1723 W. Hovey

Brookside

110 Orr

206 Locust

Vernon Ridge

210 Lindell

1816-1824 Parkway Court
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Parkview Apartments

1608 Bryan St

Lofts North End by SAMI

1712 Rockingham Dr

Traditions Bloomington

Arbors at Eastland

East Douglas Apartments

The Ponds on G E Road

706 W Graham St

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3005 Lisa Dr
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203 S Regency Dr

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507 E Mulberry St

Clearwater Crest Apartments

Wingover Luxury Apartments and Townhomes

224 Robinhood Ln, Unit W, Unit W

Ekstam Apartments

Elm Point Apartments

3 Stortz Drive

Rainbow East Luxury Apartments

Harms Apartments
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Clobertin CT

2208 Todd Dr

2408 Rainbow Ave

1104 Hershey Road

Lakewood Terrace

Whispering Pines

BN Affordable

Rainbow Court Townhomes

2921 Lisa

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 | $1,293 | $546 | $1,993 |
| Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,137 | $578 | $3,176 |
| Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $490 | $3,349 |
| Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $798 | $4,750 |
| Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $659 | $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 $825.
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 $2,387.
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 $841 which is $1,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Normal.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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.

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.

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.