
Cheap Homes for Rent in Princeton, IL from $700 (12 Rentals)
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1610 E Rock Falls Rd

611 W Matthews St

1818 4th St

432 6th St
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205 Sandra Ave

320 W St Paul St

3119 W Willow Knolls Dr

3215 W Willow Knolls Dr
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615 Green St

658 6th St

210 E Farnham St
Princeton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Princeton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Princeton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,522 | $780 | $4,400 |
Princeton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,858 | $950 | $4,500 |
Princeton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
Princeton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,600 | $1,400 | $3,800 |
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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. Willis Senior Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $654. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Willis Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Subsidized | 2BR,1BA | $654 |
Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL and Nearby
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Eagle Point Apartments in the in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1512 E Gardner Ln starting at $795 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Northmoor Knolls 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. |
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Eagle Point Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
1512 E Gardner Ln | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
504 S Sweetbriar Dr | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Brighton Woods | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Dixon River Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Hollow Hills | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
Woods + Meadow Apartments | Studio Apartment in North Peoria | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Princeton
What type of rentals are currently available in Princeton?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL with pricing that ranges from $625 to $2,177. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Princeton ranging from $725 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Princeton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Princeton ranges from $725 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,638.
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