
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL from $400 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Normal area of Normal.


CollegePlace Uptown

210 Lindell

308 Taylor
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306 Taylor

Crestwood

206 Locust

103 E Lincoln St
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Uptown Normal, Normal, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $840 | $2,500 |
| Uptown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $845 | $3,000 |
| Uptown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $1,525 | $4,750 |
| Uptown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $799 | $2,185 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Normal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Normal area of Normal, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Class Act Realty priced from $840. CollegePlace Uptown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Uptown Normal apartments for rent in Normal, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| One Uptown | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Normal, IL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Normal area is the $1.34 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Uptown Normal apartment is the Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St starting at $710 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Normal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 4 Bedrooms or more | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| 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 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.79 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 304 Lindell Dr | 1 Person Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 12 Flora Way | 1 Person Rent | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Normal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Normal?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Normal is Class Act Realty which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in Uptown Normal costs $3,137.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown 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 5 regular apartments in Uptown Normal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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