
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Philo, IL from $600 (40 Rentals)
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Urbana Estates

Philo Estates Apartments

Kobuck Apartments

Aspen Court

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

Element on Main

Fairlawn Village
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Colony West

State & Cedar

Parkside

Stone Ridge Square

202 Race

Sterling on First

The Courtyards @ Prairie Fields

The Whitney Apartments
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905 W Springfield Ave

705 W Elm St

302 W Locust St

Michigan East - Campus Property Management

Hessel on the Park

106 N gregory

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St
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904 N Broadway Ave

211 N Central Ave

Windsor Duplexes

608 E Chalmers

2119 Melrose Dr

307 & 311 W. Birch

1911 Melrose Dr

1003 W Stoughton
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908 Gregory Dr

602 MacArthur Dr

804 E Michigan Ave

1109 Austin Dr

1201 S Lynn St

603 Scottswood Dr

2306 S Lynn St

1001 E Washington St
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Philo, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Philo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philo Studio Apartments | $1,791 | $875 | $2,290 |
| Philo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $650 | $1,975 |
| Philo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $800 | $2,600 |
| Philo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $905 | $2,900 |
| Philo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $835 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Philo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Philo, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026! priced from $750. Urbana Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Philo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026! | 901 W Springfield | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Kobuck Apartments | 1204 Wesley Ave 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Aspen Court | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $847 |
| Prairie Green Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Element on Main | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 608 E Chalmers | EARLY MOVE-IN AVAILABLE! Fall lease, four bed f... | 4BR,4BA | $1,060 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 850 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| 307 & 311 W. Birch | Canopy | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| Fairlawn Village | 2 Bedroom Standard w/DW | 2BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Philo, IL and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Philo area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath Model at 200 Vine St in the starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Philo apartment is the Fall lease, four bed four bath apartment in Qua... Model at 608 E Chalmers starting at $1,060 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Philo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Vine St | 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 608 E Chalmers | Fall lease, four bed four bath apartment in Qua... | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
| The Courtyards @ Prairie Fields | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Sterling on First | 3x3 Titanium | 3BR,3BA | $1.40 |
| Campus Oaks | Floorplan A - Price per person | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 850 SF Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 202 Race | Beautiful 2BD Condo in Downtown Urbana! Availab... | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Prairie Green Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 1008 S. 4th | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Philo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Philo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Philo Apartment is $750 at Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Philo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Philo is starting from $850 at Bailey Student Apartments Available 2026!.
What is the most affordable Philo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Philo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Urbana Estates and starts from $1,000.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
