Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL from $400 (7 Rentals)

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118 W Willow St
2 Bedroom Apartments

118 W Willow St

118 W Willow StNormal, IL 61761
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308 Taylor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

308 Taylor

308 E Taylor StNormal, IL 61761
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Crestwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood

404 E Vernon AveNormal, IL 61761
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1203-1217 Wall St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1203-1217 Wall St

1203-1217 Wall StNormal, IL 61761
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206 Locust
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

206 Locust

206 W Locust StNormal, IL 61761
Student Housing
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Uptown Normal, Normal, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Normal Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Normal, IL

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Normal area is the $1.21 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Uptown Normal apartment is the 4 Balcony Renovated Model at The Social on Hovey starting at $889 with a $0.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Class Act Realty4 Bedrooms or more4BR,2.5BA$1.21
The Social on Hovey4 Balcony Renovated4BR,4BA$0.58
1006 Samantha StPer Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.51
605 Kingsley St4 person rate4BR,3BA$0.47
200 S LindenRent per Person for 22BR,1BA$0.58
21 Flora WayPer Person for 22BR,1.5BA$0.53
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.67
113 W Willow St2 person Rate2BR,1BA$0.73
12 Flora Way1 Person Rent1BR,1BA$1.14

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Normal, Normal, IL

Ranked #1

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Uptown Normal Neighborhood in Normal, IL

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $780, while the average apartment in Uptown Normal costs $1,417.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.