
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Royal, IL from $600 (40 Rentals)
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Golfview Village

Urbana Estates

2008 S Vawter St

Philo Estates Apartments

Prairie Green Apartment Homes

Element on Main

Town & Country Apartments
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South Pointe Commons

University Park

Eastland Apartments

808 N Lincoln Ave. Urbana, IL

Fairlawn Village

Parkside

202 Race
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Stone Ridge Square

409 E Campbell Ave

705 W Elm St

302 W Locust St

1088 Eastview Dr

West Liberty Point 1BR

Michigan East - Campus Property Management
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806 W Stoughton Street

106 N gregory

Silver St./Philo Rd/Fletcher St

1605 N Willow Rd

211 N Central

Windsor Duplexes

228 Arcadia Dr

904 N Broadway Ave
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504 E Church St

1002 Harding Dr

108 S 5th St

1113 W Hill St

Aspen Court

1303 Brian Pl

1003 W Stoughton

913 N Gregory St
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Royal, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Royal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Studio Apartments | $1,779 | $875 | $2,470 |
| Royal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $694 | $2,340 |
| Royal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $765 | $2,180 |
| Royal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,341 | $738 | $2,900 |
| Royal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $637 | $3,360 |
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Cheapest Available Royal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Royal, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at West Liberty Point 1BR priced from $725. 2008 S Vawter St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Royal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Liberty Point 1BR | West Liberty Point 1BR - West... | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 2008 S Vawter St | 4 Beds | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| South Pointe Commons | South Pointe 3bd/1.5ba Townhouse | 3BR,1BA | $931 |
| Town & Country Apartments | Gaslight | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
| Eastland Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Fairlawn Village | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Parkside | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 850 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Aspen Court | The Post Oak | 3BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| 202 Race | Beautiful 2BD Condo in Downtown Urbana! | 2BR,1BA | $1,182 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal, IL and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal area is the $0.60 price per square foot D1 Model at Campus Circle Urbana in the in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood starting from $839. The second greatest value Royal apartment is the D3 Model at The Dean Campustown starting at $1,210 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Downtown Champaign neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Circle Urbana | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| The Dean Campustown | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.93 |
| The Linc Apartments | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| 2008 S Vawter St | 3 Beds | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| South Pointe Commons | South Pointe 3bd/1.5ba Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| Campus Oaks | Floorplan A - Price per person | 4BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Capstone Quarters | Two Bedroom Select | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| The Mansion | Individual Bedroom Leases | 3BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| Urbana Estates | 1x1Urbana Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Atrium | Single (shared common area) | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Royal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Royal Apartment is $725 at West Liberty Point 1BR.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Royal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Royal is starting from $900 at Urbana Estates.
What is the most affordable Royal Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Royal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Pointe Commons and starts from $931.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
