
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Diamond Senior Apartments of Princeton

Parkway Apartments

Northland Park Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

Forest Park Apartments

Hollow Hills
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Winkler Village Apartments

Willow Knolls Apartments

The Village on University

Cedar Crossing Apartments

Willis Senior Lofts

103 W Railroad St

Nordic Villa Apartments

Versailles Apartments
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504 S Sweetbriar Dr

Sterling Towers

The Grove Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

Dunlap Falls Apartments

Dunlap Lakeside

Westridge Apartments

503 W North St
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1108 Paul St

Tiffany Pointe

Rock Falls Apartments

Woods + Meadow Apartments

1512 E Gardner Ln

Willow Way

The Grove Apartments

725 Joliet St
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415-421 W Forrest Lawn Ave

503 E 5th St

537 1/2 Bucklin St

826 N Spalding St

310 N La Salle Ave

918 6th St

621 N Dixon Ave

4332 E 1675th Rd
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1016 10th St

1324 Mary Ave
Princeton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Studio Apartments | $756 | $625 | $850 |
| Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $675 | $1,670 |
| Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,263 | $670 | $1,950 |
| Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $757 | $2,297 |
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Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Hollow Hills in the Windchime neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| 103 W Railroad St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Village on University | Collins at Village South | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Grove Apartments | Standard 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Eagle Point Apartments in the in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the HCIV2S1FP Model at Hollow Creek IV Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Windchime neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Point Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Hollow Creek IV Apartments | HCIV2S1FP | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Camden Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Flats at Dunlap | Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| 503 S Main St, Unit Unit 3 | 503 S Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Village on University | Collins at Village South | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $725 at Winkler Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.
What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
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