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504 E Locust StNormal, IL 61761
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL from $400 (31 Rentals)
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Class Act Realty
402 Kingsley StNormal, IL 61761
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CollegePlace Uptown
100 S Fell AveNormal, IL 61761
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107 W Shelbourne Dr
107 W Shelbourne DrNormal, IL 61761
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104 W Shelbourne Dr
104 W Shelbourne DrNormal, IL 61761
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202 W Shelbourne Dr
202 W Shelbourne DrNormal, IL 61761
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1008 Charlotte Dr
1008 Charlotte DrNormal, IL 61761
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204 W Shelbourne Dr
204 W Shelbourne DrNormal, IL 61761
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1201 Wall St, Unit 4, Unit 4
1201 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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214 Lindell Dr, Unit B, 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 St
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
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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
813 N Fell Ave
NormalIL61761
32 University Ct
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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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Downtown Normal, Normal, IL Local Guide
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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 | $1,396 | $820 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $840 | $2,850 |
| Downtown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $1,425 | $4,750 |
| Downtown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $819 | $2,190 |
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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 $820. CollegePlace Uptown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $840. Here are the most affordable Downtown Normal apartments for rent in Normal, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Normal, IL
As of April 28, 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 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.74 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 504 E Locust St | 504 E Locust St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 1505 Hancock | Per person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Normal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Normal?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Normal is Class Act Realty which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Downtown Normal costs $1,675.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 12 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Normal?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Normal have an average cost of $808 which is $867 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Normal.
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