Cheap Apartments for Rent in Plano, IL from $500 (16 Rentals)
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Arbor West Apartments

The Reserve at Hudson Crossing

15226 Creek Rd

124 Bertram Dr

1527 Prairie St
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Plano, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plano?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Plano Studio Apartments | $1,609 | $990 | $1,803 |
Plano 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $600 | $2,495 |
Plano 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $600 | $3,747 |
Plano 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $600 | $4,601 |
Plano 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $2,630 | $3,387 |
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Cheapest Available Plano Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plano, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor West Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood priced from $1,350. Leland Tower Apartments in the West Side Aurora neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plano apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Leland Tower Apartments | Galena | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,449 |
The Reserve at Hudson Crossing | Wilson | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
ReNew Aurora | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plano, IL and Nearby
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plano area is the $1.61 price per square foot Campania End Model at Bristol Bay of Yorkville in the in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood starting from $2,780. The second greatest value Plano apartment is the Douglas BF Model at Home at Ashcroft starting at $3,600 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Ashcroft Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plano apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bristol Bay of Yorkville | Campania End | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
Home at Ashcroft | Douglas BF | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
Avanterra Wolfs Crossing | 3BR Vista | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.78 |
Randall Highlands | Inverness | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.18 |
Redwood Aurora | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Aurora At Summerfield Apartments | DaVinci | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Fox Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Covey at Fox Valley Apartments | Sanctuary | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Montgomery Place Apartments | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Arbor West Apartments | 1BR/1BA small | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Getting Around Plano, IL
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plano Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plano?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plano is at The Reserve at Hudson Crossing listed at $1,475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plano Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plano Apartment is $1,350 at Arbor West Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plano Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plano is starting from $1,449 at Fox Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Plano Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plano Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aurora At Summerfield Apartments and starts from $2,280.
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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