
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sheldon, IL from $400 (48 Rentals)
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Falcon Way Townhomes

Highland Apartments

McCormick Manor

Woods Edge

Downtown Lafayette Living!

The Grove

Townway Place

Historic Downtown Apartments II
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Brunswick Apartments

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The Luna Flats

Shai Lynn

Southridge Commons

Devonshire Village

Vantage Pointe Apartments

Madison Cottage of Rensselaer

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Victory on Salisbury
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Franklin Park Apartments

Candlelight Estates

Salem Courthouse

The Press

Lindberg Lofts

Cheswick Village

Windsor West Apartments Homes

Blackbird Farms

WestRidge Flats
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State Street Commons

The Century at Purdue Research Park

52 Flats

The Landing Apartments

The Ivy Towns + Flats

Trailside Flats

Fowler Place Apartments

Downtown Lafayette Living!

The Vintage
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Bethel Townhomes

1304 E North St

Valley Tower/Prospect Hill Apartments

1155 Anthrop Dr

30 W Oxford St

West Harbor Place

River Cross

263 N Wildwood Ave

1821 IN-26
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300-302 W 2nd St

Historic Lahr Apartments

258 W Water St
Sheldon, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sheldon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Studio Apartments | $1,537 | $715 | $2,449 |
| Sheldon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $652 | $3,048 |
| Sheldon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $675 | $3,454 |
| Sheldon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $649 | $2,725 |
| Sheldon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $699 | $2,460 |
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Cheapest Available Sheldon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sheldon, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Launch in the Discovery Park neighborhood priced from $649. Woods Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sheldon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | 3A | 3BR,3BA | $649 |
| Woods Edge | The Boilermaker | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Downtown Lafayette Living! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Fairway Apartments | Kingston | Text to Tour 765-735-3515. Priced pe... | 2BR,1BA | $760 |
| Falcon Way Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Vibe on Paramount | The Vibe at Paramount - 2 Bed/2 Bath - Unit 103... | 2BR,2BA | $780 |
| The Grove | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $783 |
| Townway Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Historic Downtown Apartments II | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Luna Flats | Luna Flats - Individual Lease - 2bed (Private R... | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sheldon, IL and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sheldon area is the $0.34 price per square foot 3 Bedroom x 3.5 Bathroom Townhouse Model at Lark West Lafayette Townhomes in the starting from $649. The second greatest value Sheldon apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Press starting at $1,200 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sheldon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lark West Lafayette Townhomes | 3 Bedroom x 3.5 Bathroom Townhouse | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.34 |
| The Press | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Candlelight Estates | Leasing NOW - 2026 Brand new 3bd/2bth homes | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Lodge on the Trail | Nevada-PREM | 3BR,3BA | $0.56 |
| The Cottages on Lindberg | 2 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.77 |
| The Oasis | 3C- Premium 13's | 3BR,3BA | $0.78 |
| Wabash Lofts | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Vibe on Paramount | The Vibe at Paramount - 2 Bed/2 Bath - Unit 103... | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Fairway Apartments | Kingston | Text to Tour 765-735-3515. Priced pe... | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Woods Edge | The Boilermaker | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sheldon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sheldon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sheldon is at Downtown Lafayette Living! listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sheldon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sheldon Apartment is $750 at Woods Edge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sheldon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sheldon is starting from $719 at Launch.
What is the most affordable Sheldon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sheldon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Launch and starts from $649.
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