
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL (188 Rentals)


The Social on Hovey

The Social at Illinois State

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700 N Adelaide St

701 Franklin

CollegePlace Uptown

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1010 N School St

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1507 Hancock Dr

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104 W Shelbourne Dr
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1004 Howard St

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1007 Charlotte Dr

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1500 Ensign Dr, Unit 2

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722 Dale St, Unit 2

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1101 Kern St, Unit 1101.5

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1008 Charlotte Dr

807 N Fell Ave

1007-1007-1007-1002 Samantha St

1210 Major St

911 S Linden St
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200 S Grove St

725 Dale St

101 W Cypress St

809 Kingsley St

205 E Phoenix Ave

1307 Kingsridge Ct

902 Railroad Ave

1200 N Linden St

Elm Point Apartments

306 N Fell Ave
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501 Fell

605 Kingsley St

719 Hale St

113 W Willow St

718 Dale St

98 E Mulberry St

99 E Cherry St

106 E Locust

906 Hovey Ave

200 S Linden
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204 E Mulberry St

204 E Taylor St

306 Taylor

308 Taylor

202 N Walnut St

1006 Samantha St

205 Lindell Dr

21 Flora Way

210 Lindell

12 Flora Way
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Downtown Normal, Normal, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Normal Studio Apartments | $790 | $785 | $795 |
| Downtown Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $820 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $845 | $2,850 |
| Downtown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,401 | $1,565 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,063 | $749 | $2,190 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,565 | $1,565 | $1,565 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,924 | $1,899 | $1,950 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Normal
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Normal area of Normal, IL?
As of today, July 30, 2026, there are currently 188 available Downtown Normal apartments priced from $749 to $4,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,412.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Normal Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Normal ranges from $820 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,350.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Normal cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Normal range from $845 to $2,850. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,231.
How expensive are Downtown Normal Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 11 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Normal on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,565 to $4,500 - averaging $2,401 for the location.
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