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Plainville, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plainville Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainville, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Smith and Royer Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$550
1500 N Carolina St2X22BR,2BA$700
Jefferson House Senior Living1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,094
Emerson Garden ApartmentsThree Beds Two Baths3BR,2BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainville, IL and Nearby

As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plainville area is the $1.08 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Plainville apartment is the 574 Clinic Rd Model at 574 Clinic Rd, Unit A starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emerson Garden ApartmentsThree Beds Two Baths3BR,2BA$1.08
574 Clinic Rd, Unit A574 Clinic Rd1BR,1BA$1.21
320 N Sherman Ave, Unit 3320 N Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$0.68
1500 N Carolina St3x23BR,2BA$1.00
Smith and Royer Apartments4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.46
10 Suncrest Ter, Unit 210 Suncrest Ter2BR,1BA$0.93
329 S Lafayette St, Unit 3329 S Lafayette St2BR,1BA$1.00
404 W Adams St, Unit Main East - 2404 W Adams St1BR,1BA$0.96
Jefferson House Senior Living1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.08

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Getting Around Plainville, IL

Walk Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plainville Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plainville Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plainville is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the most affordable Plainville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plainville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1500 N Carolina St and starts from $775.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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