
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rantoul, IL from $400 (18 Rentals)
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411 E Campbell Ave

Falcon Way Townhomes

415 E Letchworth Ave

335 E Campbell Ave, Unit D

Golfview Village
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719 E Sangamon Ave

Royal Arms

Keystone Apartments

409 E Campbell Ave

1088 Eastview Dr

West Liberty Point
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418 N High St

Parker Glen

Windcrest Apartments

Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet

Westgate Apartments

302 W Locust St
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Rantoul, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rantoul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rantoul Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $650 | $1,359 |
| Rantoul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $499 | $1,749 |
| Rantoul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $650 | $2,345 |
| Rantoul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $785 | $2,035 |
| Rantoul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $635 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Rantoul Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rantoul, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Parker Glen priced from $499. Falcon Way Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $738. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rantoul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Glen | 1Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $499 |
| Falcon Way Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| Windcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Fairfield | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rantoul, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rantoul area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath Model at 200 Vine St in the starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Rantoul apartment is the D1 Model at Campus Circle Urbana starting at $919 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rantoul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Vine St | 2 Bedroom/2.5 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Campus Circle Urbana | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.65 |
| Watersedge | Pacific-Level 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Nantucket Cove Apartments | The Erving | 3BR,3BA | $1.29 |
| The Linc Apartments | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Parker Glen | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Town Center Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| University Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Capstone Quarters | Two Bedroom Select | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rantoul Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rantoul Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rantoul Apartment is $499 at Parker Glen.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rantoul Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rantoul is starting from $995 at University Park.
What is the most affordable Rantoul Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rantoul Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowview Apartments - Mahomet and starts from $960.
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