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13926 South Route 59
2 Bedroom Apartments

13926 South Route 59

13926 S Route 59Plainfield, IL 60544
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Lincolnshire Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincolnshire Court

15002 Wood Farm RdPlainfield, IL 60544

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14013 South Kelly Avenue
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14013 South Kelly Avenue

2211 Kelly StPlainfield, IL 60544
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Plainfield, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Plainfield, IL

Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Plainfield, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Plainfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Prairie Knoll$2,634$1,35047
Riverbrook Estates$16,001$1,89510

Cheapest Available Plainfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainfield, IL is a Studio unit found at The Woodlands of Crest Hill in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood priced from $1,139. Willow Run of Crest Hill in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,359. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Woodlands of Crest HillStudio CStudio,1BA$1,139
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,359
Farmington Lakes ApartmentsHawthorn1BR,1BA$1,637
24138 - 24158 W Main St24138 W Main St Unit 1022BR,1BA$1,650
HighPoint Community ApartmentsYellowstone1BR,1BA$1,654

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainfield, IL

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainfield area is the $2.08 price per square foot Birch BU Model at Home at Ashcroft in the in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Plainfield apartment is the willow Model at River Run at Naperville starting at $2,825 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the River Run neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Home at AshcroftBirch BU3BR,2.5BA$2.08
River Run at Napervillewillow3BR,2BA$2.03
Ashwood Place2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.89
Avanterra Wolfs Crossing2BR Garden2BR,2.5BA$2.17
Springs At Oswego2 BR Grand Courtyard Garage2BR,2BA$2.24
Monroe Street Apartments2.0 BD/1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$2.15
Willow + Wren ApartmentsSanctuary2BR,1BA$2.07
Timber Pointe ApartmentsCypress1BR,1BA$2.27
Farmington Lakes ApartmentsHawthorn1BR,1BA$2.26
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plainfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plainfield is at The Woodlands of Crest Hill listed at $1,139.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainfield Apartment is $1,219 at The Woodlands of Crest Hill.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plainfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainfield is starting from $1,529 at The Woodlands of Crest Hill.

What is the most affordable Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plainfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Legacy Apartments and starts from $2,450.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.