
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Papineau, IL from $500 (40 Rentals)
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Crest Apartments

Madison Cottage of Rensselaer

The Shields

2045-2151 Meadow Ln

723 Grant Ave

333 Kristie Ct

2100 N Main St
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Westbridge Apartments

Fowler Place Apartments

250 N Entrance Ave

Williams Street Townhomes

1304 E North St

Autumn Ridge

101 E Bannon St

29837 IL-50
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West Harbor Place

Meadow Lane Apartments

607 E Penn St

263 N Wildwood Ave

Central Park

300-302 W 2nd St

21746 S Jeffrey Ave

340 Tedmark Ct
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Papineau, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Papineau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papineau Studio Apartments | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Papineau 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $553 | $2,111 |
| Papineau 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $979 | $2,740 |
| Papineau 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $1,367 | $3,235 |
| Papineau 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,408 | $3,408 | $3,408 |
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Cheapest Available Papineau Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Papineau, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. 2045-2151 Meadow Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Papineau apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 2045-2151 Meadow Ln | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 723 Grant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Chelsea Garden | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Mid-Rise B (Heat Included) | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Cypress Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Papineau, IL and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Papineau area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse Model at Central Park in the in the Lincoln Station neighborhood starting from $1,939. The second greatest value Papineau apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated Model at Oakwood Townhomes starting at $1,995 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Lincoln Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Papineau apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Maple Leaf Apartments | Mid-rise | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Harvest Ridge Apartment Homes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Harvest Grove Apartment Homes | 1BD-Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 2100 N Main St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 723 Grant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 2045-2151 Meadow Ln | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Papineau Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Papineau Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Papineau Apartment is $1,075 at 2045-2151 Meadow Ln.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Papineau Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Papineau is starting from $1,159 at ST JAMES SENIOR APARTMENTS.
What is the most affordable Papineau Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Papineau Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,825.
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