
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Peru, IL from $600 (47 Rentals)
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High Meadows Apartments

Northland Park Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

Winkler Village Apartments

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129 4th St, Unit A

Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac

Ashbury Court
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103 W Railroad St

Sterling Towers

The Terraces at Dekalb

Pontiac Towers

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955 Marquette St, Unit 2 (b)

Dunlap Lakeside
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Lucinda Oaks Apartments

St James Place

Lincolnshire West

Tudor Park Apartments

Prairie Creek Townhomes

Knoxville Pointe

504 S Sweetbriar Dr

Westridge Apartments

Fox Hill Senior Living
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Rock Falls Apartments

The Grove Apartments

921 1st St

214 S Bloomington St

704 1/2 6th Ave

705 Washington St

407 6th St

501 E Cleveland St

Williams Street Townhomes
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101 E Bannon St

826 N Spalding St

407 E Seminole St

811 S College Ave

611 W Matthews St

605 N Monroe St

621 N Dixon Ave

437 E Marion St, Unit 2E

Prairie Vista Apartments
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301 N 1st St

811 Covey Ln
Peru, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peru?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru Studio Apartments | $742 | $600 | $850 |
| Peru 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $675 | $1,578 |
| Peru 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $670 | $2,775 |
| Peru 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $757 | $2,900 |
| Peru 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Peru Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peru, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Winkler Village Apartments in the Woodford County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peru apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Dunlap Lakeside | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Lincolnshire West | 1bu | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| 504 S Sweetbriar Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peru, IL and Nearby
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peru area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Peru apartment is the The Frances Model at Prairie Lakes Apartments starting at $1,843 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Oakbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peru apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| Prairie Lakes Apartments | The Frances | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Dunlap Lakeside | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peru Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peru Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peru Apartment is $725 at Winkler Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peru Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peru is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.
What is the most affordable Peru Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peru Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
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