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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL from $400 (23 Rentals)
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507 E Mulberry St, Unit 1
507 E Mulberry StNormal, IL 61761
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The Social on Hovey
800 W Hovey StNormal, IL 61761
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717 Fairmont DrBloomington, IL 61704
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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 | $1,152 | $770 | $1,620 |
| Downtown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $490 | $1,895 |
| Downtown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $849 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $450 | $2,075 |
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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 $770. 212 College Park Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $860. 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 | $770 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| 300 Shelbourne | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 717 Fairmont Apartments | 717 Fairmont Drive Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Normal, IL
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Normal area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2/1.5 Model at Hershey Clearwater Townhomes in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Downtown Normal apartment is the Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St starting at $705 with a $0.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hershey Clearwater Townhomes | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| 1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| 605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
| 200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.52 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1505 Hancock | Per person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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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 $770, while the average apartment in Downtown Normal costs $1,687.
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 2 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 $366 which is $1,321 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Normal.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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