
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pawnee, IL from $300 (41 Rentals)
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing

RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW

Watch Street

Whispering Pines Apartments

Denison Place

Hunter Glen Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments
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The Raymond Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

New Eastlawn Apartments

Meadow View Landing

Lake Pointe Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

The Meadows at Durkin

Ravenwood Townhomes
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Capitol Plaza Apartments

2474 N Florian

The Boulevard Townhomes

Huntington Ridge Apartments

Meadow View Place

Smart Choice Park

Safe Harbor Properties

3TEN Apartments
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Orchard Park

The District Apartments

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

The Hickox Collection

Morton Street Apartments

759 E Lawrence St

The Apartments at Liberty Rose

3500 N Dirksen Pkwy
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830 E Rogers Ave

1710 S Henry St

1363 E Johns Ave

Butler Place

Pine Woods Apartments

1609 E Johns Ave

1274 W Green St

1913 S 7th St
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2451 S 11th St
Pawnee, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pawnee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawnee Studio Apartments | $1,262 | $675 | $1,900 |
| Pawnee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $921 | $347 | $2,400 |
| Pawnee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,099 | $408 | $3,400 |
| Pawnee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $1,025 | $2,120 |
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Cheapest Available Pawnee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pawnee, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. 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 Pawnee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Capitol Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $896 |
| 2474 N Florian | 10 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pawnee, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pawnee area is the $1.10 price per square foot B1 Model at Candles in the starting from $1,058. The second greatest value Pawnee apartment is the Townhouse Model at The Boulevard Townhomes starting at $975 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Pawnee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 2 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. Capitol View. | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 3TEN Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2474 N Florian | 10 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pawnee Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pawnee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pawnee Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pawnee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pawnee is starting from $507 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW.
What is the most affordable Pawnee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pawnee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Candles and starts from $1,034.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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