
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pekin, IL from $400 (21 Rentals)
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The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pekin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Pekin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $814 | $725 | $1,000 |
Cheap Pekin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $884 | $745 | $1,495 |
Cheap Pekin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $925 | $995 |
Cheap Pekin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $1,000 | $1,720 |
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Cheapest Available Pekin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pekin, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Willow Oaks Apartments priced from $725. Williamsburg Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pekin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I | Four Bedroom/Two Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pekin, IL
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pekin area is the $1.15 price per square foot Four Bedroom/Two Bath Model at The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I in the starting from $1,720. The second greatest value Pekin apartment is the 5 Williamsburg Ct Model at 5 Williamsburg Ct, Unit C starting at $800 with a $0.99 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Pekin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Residences at Rosemary Crossing I | Four Bedroom/Two Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
5 Williamsburg Ct, Unit C | 5 Williamsburg Ct | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Getting Around Pekin, IL
Walk Score®
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Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pekin Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pekin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pekin is starting from $745 at Williamsburg Townhouses.
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