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Blackhawk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments

406 S 3rd StOregon, IL 61061
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Rock Falls Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rock Falls Apartments

1608 E Rock Falls RdRock Falls, IL 61071
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property at 200 W St Paul St

$725

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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200 W St Paul St

Spring ValleyIL61362

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Highland Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Meadows

101 Circle DrLanark, IL 61046
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Ohio, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ohio Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ohio, IL is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes priced from $525. Northland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ohio apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverside Apartments and TownhomesStudioStudio,1BA$525
Northland Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$669
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$670
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$675
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive StudioStudio,1BA$725
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Ashbury CourtSTStudio,1BA$815
103 W Railroad St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal RoadNormal Road 1 Bed1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ohio, IL and Nearby

As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ohio area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Ohio apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at The Landing of Clinton starting at $1,205 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ohio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.98
The Landing of Clinton1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21
Cottage Bluff Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.71
University Heights Apartments2T2BR,1BA$1.21
Valley Bluff TownhomesRanch 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.41
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.39
Dixon River Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.03
Pine View1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency1BR,1BA$1.12
Washington Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ohio Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ohio?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ohio is at Riverside Apartments and Townhomes listed at $525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ohio Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ohio Apartment is $669 at Pine View.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ohio Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ohio is starting from $670 at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE.

What is the most affordable Ohio Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ohio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE and starts from $757.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.