Cheap Homes for Rent in Normal, IL from $750 (12 Rentals)

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property at 1506 Northbrook Dr
$1,010

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1506 Northbrook Dr

NormalIL61761

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property at 710 N Lee St
$1,240

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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710 N Lee St

BloomingtonIL61701
property at 928 W Grove St
$1,275

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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928 W Grove St, Unit 1

928 W Grove St
BloomingtonIL61701

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Normal, IL

Pricing Updated: 09/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Normal, IL area range in price from $525 to $2,850 with an overall median price of $901. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Normal Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Uptown Normal$847$52518
Downtown Normal$935$52529

Cheapest Available Normal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Normal, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $546. 1208Major in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Normal apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$546
1208Major0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$785
Cortez ApartmentsUnfurnished1BR,1BA$825
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$840

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Normal area is the $0.35 price per square foot 902 S University St Model at 902 S University St in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $700. The second greatest value Normal apartment is the 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey starting at $749 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Normal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
902 S University St902 S University St5BR,3BA$0.35
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony Renovated4BR,4BA$0.49
The Social at Illinois State4x4 Furnished Townhome4BR,4BA$0.47
1006 Samantha StPer Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.51
605 Kingsley St4 person rate4BR,3BA$0.48
200 S LindenRent per Person for 22BR,1BA$0.58
21 Flora WayPer Person for 22BR,1.5BA$0.52
701 FranklinApt 13BR,1BA$0.48
105 E Locust St105 E Locust St4BR,1BA$0.58
113 W Willow St2 person Rate2BR,1BA$0.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Normal

What type of rentals are currently available in Normal?

There are currently 423 Apartments for Rent in Normal, IL with pricing that ranges from $525 to $5,111. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Normal ranging from $750 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Normal?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Normal ranges from $750 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,740.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Normal?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Normal range from $798 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $525.

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