
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Philo, IL from $500 (42 Rentals)
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1002SEC

Urbana Estates

2008 S Vawter St

Philo Estates Apartments

Kobuck Apartments

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

Element on Main
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202 Race

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Colony West

The Courtyards @ Prairie Fields
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Sterling on First

The Whitney Apartments

707 W Springfield Ave

705 W Elm St

302 W Locust St

Michigan East - Campus Property Management

Hessel on the Park

806 W Stoughton Street
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106 N gregory

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St

211 N Central

Windsor Duplexes

504 E Church St

1002 Harding Dr

108 S 5th St

608 E Chalmers
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Aspen Court

State & Cedar

1003 W Stoughton

307 & 311 W. Birch

908 Gregory Dr

709 E Main St

1609 Lyndhurst W Dr

208 N Harvey
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905 W Springfield Ave

310 Cottage Ct
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 | $1,837 | $680 | $2,470 |
| Philo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $800 | $2,340 |
| Philo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $825 | $2,645 |
| Philo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,000 | $2,900 |
| Philo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $590 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Philo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Philo, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at 305JOH in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood priced from $590. 1002SEC in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Philo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 305JOH | Spacious 4 Bed/3 Bath Apartment on the corner o... | 4BR,3BA | $590 |
| 1002SEC | Flexible Bedroom Leases | Studio,2BA | $680 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 2008 S Vawter St | 4 Beds | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| Kobuck Apartments | 1204 Wesley Ave 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Fairlawn Village | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 850 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Aspen Court | The Post Oak | 3BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| 202 Race | Beautiful 2BD Condo in Downtown Urbana! | 2BR,1BA | $1,182 |
| Colony West | 2BR/1BA Condo | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Philo, IL and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Philo area is the $0.93 price per square foot D3 Model at The Dean Campustown in the in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood starting from $1,210. The second greatest value Philo apartment is the 3 Beds Model at 2008 S Vawter St starting at $1,100 with a $1.05 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dean Campustown | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.93 |
| 2008 S Vawter St | 3 Beds | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Campus Oaks | Floorplan A - Price per person | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Colony West | 2BR/1BA Condo | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 850 SF Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 202 Race | Beautiful 2BD Condo in Downtown Urbana! | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Kobuck Apartments | 1203 Wesley Ave 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 519 E. Green St by Bankier Apartments | 509 E. Green St | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Fairlawn Village | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 $800 at Urbana Estates.
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 $900 at Urbana Estates.
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.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
