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225 S Church St

104 N 27th St

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324 N Jackson St

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316 W Mill St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Ruma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruma 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,049 | $800 | $1,300 |
| Ruma 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,932 | $1,100 | $2,975 |
| Ruma 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,242 | $1,860 | $2,850 |
| Ruma 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Ruma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ruma, IL is a Studio unit found at Perryville Senior Apartments priced from $575. Brookside Apartments in the Belleville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ruma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perryville Senior Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruma, IL and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruma area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Reside Here Apartments & Rentals in the in the Belleville neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Ruma apartment is the Two Bed One Bath Model at Linwood Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Belleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Storyboard on Lake Christine | Lake Christine B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Southfield Apartments | 2Bd/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Tuscany Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Ruma?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Ruma, IL with pricing that ranges from $200 to $1,950. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruma ranging from $700 to $2,975.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ruma?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ruma ranges from $700 to $2,975 with an average monthly rent of $1,654.
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