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205 North St

1616 S 7th St

50 Iroquois Dr

2160 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Palmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,108 | $750 | $1,850 |
| Palmer 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,396 | $595 | $2,250 |
| Palmer 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,797 | $2,700 | $2,895 |
| Palmer 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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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 RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW priced from $421. Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $497. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Palmer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $421 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $497 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palmer, IL and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palmer area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Palmer apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Decatur Flats Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $0.88 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 3TEN Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Country Place-Moweaqua I & ll | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Palmer?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Palmer, IL with pricing that ranges from $497 to $3,400. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palmer ranging from $595 to $2,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palmer?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palmer ranges from $595 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,740.
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