
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Serena, IL from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Cedar Crossing Apartments

103 W Railroad St

Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living

Leland Tower Apartments

Ravine Woods Apartments
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Colony West Apartments

811 Covey Ln

Tudor Park Apartments

Anderson Farms Apartments

Westridge Apartments

318 Liberty St
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506-530 Main St

Village West Apartments

162 Armour St

607 W Bluff St

1404 W Jackson St

1924 Ottawa Ave
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Serena, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Serena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serena Studio Apartments | $1,761 | $825 | $2,454 |
| Serena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $656 | $2,617 |
| Serena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $1,075 | $3,872 |
| Serena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $1,309 | $4,208 |
| Serena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,492 | $3,016 | $4,508 |
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Cheapest Available Serena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Serena, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fox Hill Senior Living in the Raintree Village Duplexes neighborhood priced from $656. 103 W Railroad St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Serena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Hill Senior Living | 1x1-H-SS | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
| 103 W Railroad St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serena, IL and Nearby
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Serena area is the $1.74 price per square foot Accera Model at Bristol Bay of Yorkville in the in the Blackberry Crossing West neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Serena apartment is the Haydenwood II Model at Redwood Aurora starting at $2,408 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the West Side Aurora neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Serena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Bay of Yorkville | Accera | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
| Redwood Aurora | Haydenwood II | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Downer Place Lofts | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Reserve at Fox River Apartments | Two Bedroom B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Keystone Lofts | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Ravine Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom - North | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Fox Hill Senior Living | 1x1-H-SS | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Wedgewood Manor Active Senior Living | B | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Serena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Serena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Serena is at The Reserve at Hudson Crossing listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Serena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Serena Apartment is $656 at Fox Hill Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Serena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Serena is starting from $1,209 at Tudor Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Serena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Serena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tudor Park Apartments and starts from $1,309.
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