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1501 Ensign DrNormal, IL 61761
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402 Kingsley StNormal, IL 61761
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CollegePlace Uptown
100 S Fell AveNormal, IL 61761
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507 E Mulberry St, Unit 1
507 E Mulberry StNormal, IL 61761
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103 E Irving St, Unit B
103 E Irving StNormal, IL 61761
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1506 Ensign Dr
1506 Ensign DrNormal, IL 61761
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1500 Ensign Dr, Unit 2
1500 Ensign DrNormal, IL 61761
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105 College Park Ct
105 College Park CtNormal, IL 61761
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1008 Charlotte Dr
1008 Charlotte DrNormal, IL 61761
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1205 Wall St, Unit 1
1205 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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1211 Wall St, Unit 1
1211 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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1101 Kern St, Unit 1101.5
1101 Kern StNormal, IL 61761
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3 Flora Way
3 Flora WayNormal, IL 61761
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722 Dale St, Unit 2
722 Dale StNormal, IL 61761
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214 Lindell Dr, Unit B
214 Lindell DrNormal, IL 61761
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118 W Willow St
118 W Willow StNormal, IL 61761
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308 Taylor
308 E Taylor StNormal, IL 61761
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Crestwood
404 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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1203-1217 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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206 Locust
206 W Locust StNormal, IL 61761
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2 Larry Ct
2 Larry CtNormal, IL 61761
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Vernon Ridge
326-336 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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1000 Charlotte Dr
1000 Charlotte DrNormal, IL 61761
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212 College Park Dr
212 College Park DrNormal, IL 61761
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210 Lindell
210 LindellNormal, IL 61761
1007 Sheryl Ln
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3 Larry Ct
3 Larry CtNormal, IL 61761
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1516 Woods Ave
1516 Woods AveNormal, IL 61761
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2 Curtis Ct
2 Curtis CtNormal, IL 61761
715 Hale St
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Adelaide Retirement Apartments
505 N Adelaide StNormal, IL 61761
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304 Turnberry DrBloomington, IL 61701
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $835 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $505 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,555 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $739 | $2,185 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Normal Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Normal area of Normal, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Class Act Realty priced from $835. CollegePlace Uptown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Downtown Normal apartments for rent in Normal, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Normal, IL
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Normal area is the $0.51 price per square foot Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $710. The second greatest value Downtown Normal apartment is the 4 person rate Model at 605 Kingsley St starting at $630 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Normal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.51 |
| 605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
| 200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.53 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 5 | 4BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 507 E Mulberry St, Unit 1 | 507 E Mulberry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 1505 Hancock | Per person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Normal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Normal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Normal Apartment is $835 at Class Act Realty.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Normal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Normal is starting from $845 at CollegePlace Uptown.
What is the most affordable Downtown Normal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Normal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Class Act Realty and starts from $1,555.
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