
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Palmer, IL from $421 (49 Rentals)
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Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll

Whispering Pines Apartments

Watch Street

Timber Cove

Denison Place

Hunter Glen Apartments

Safe Harbor Properties

Cobblestone Apartments
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303 Cedar St

Decatur Flats Apartments

The Raymond Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

Lake Pointe Apartments

Ravenwood Townhomes

Capitol Plaza Apartments

The Boulevard Townhomes
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2474 N Florian

3TEN Apartments

Candles

Koke Mill Apartments

Smart Choice Park

The Meadows at Durkin

West Mound Apartments

Huntington Ridge Apartments

The District Apartments
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Meadow View Landing

Orchard Park

Cobblestone Place

Ash Grove

731 South Grand Ave W

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Meadow View Place

Hill Meadow Apartments

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments
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The Hickox Collection

205 North St

The Apartments at Liberty Rose

913 N Taylorville Blvd

305 W Vine St

205 N North St

Butler Place

Pine Woods Apartments

2160 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr
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2136 S 9th St

1912 S 2nd St

1720 Clay St

31 Imperial Valley Dr
Palmer, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Studio Apartments | $714 | $690 | $875 |
| Palmer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $497 | $1,670 |
| Palmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $527 | $1,950 |
| Palmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,100 | $2,145 |
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Cheapest Available Palmer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Palmer, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll priced from $497. RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $507. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Timber Cove | The Yawl | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr/ 1 Bath Private Balcony Capitol Views | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Capitol Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $896 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer, IL and Nearby
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmer area is the $0.90 price per square foot Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes in the starting from $895. The second greatest value Palmer apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South Model at Orchard Park starting at $1,050 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Palmer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Orchard Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 2 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. Capitol View. | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Meadow View Landing | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palmer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palmer Apartment is $497 at Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palmer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palmer is starting from $507 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW.
What is the most affordable Palmer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Palmer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Tower Apartments and starts from $2,000.
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