
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Sims, IL from $300 (49 Rentals)
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McKay Manor

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)

Anchor Court

University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments

Western Hills Apartments

Southern Meadows Senior Living

Valoré at Hidden Hills

Brookside Apartments
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Lake Logan Apartments

Capitol Pointe Apartments

Foxfire West Apartments

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!

Elmdale Apartments

Lakewood Flats and Townhomes

Aspen Court Apartments

North Park

Shawnee Village
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Century Estates Apartments

1210 Char Lee Dr

Mission Viejo Villas

Copper Creek Townhomes

Leisure Living Lakeside

Chesterfield Village

The Brickyard Apartments

Liv at Locust Creek

115 N Cherry St
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Indian Trail Apartments

716 West St

404 N Carroll St

Newton Senior Housing

510 Ellen Dr

272 S Shannon St

Valore at Pine Hills

418 W Webster St

413 3rd St
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105 E Poplar St

Chesapeake

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion

510 W 5th St

1108 S 11th St

1009 Briarwood Rd

501 E Reeves St

103 N Russell St

301 E Olive St
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1217 N 9th St

510 E Carter St

3 Briarwood Rd

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Sims, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sims?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sims Studio Apartments | $974 | $450 | $1,558 |
| Sims 1 Bedroom Apartments | $964 | $486 | $1,899 |
| Sims 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $552 | $3,000 |
| Sims 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $587 | $1,684 |
| Sims 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $580 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Sims Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sims, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at McKay Manor in the Clinton County neighborhood priced from $486. Anchor Court in the Howell neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sims apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
| Anchor Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Southern Meadows Senior Living | 1 Bed Apt | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Valoré at Hidden Hills | The Dogwood - One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Lakewood Flats and Townhomes | 1sm wd | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Century Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 1210 Char Lee Dr | 1bed1bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Copper Creek Townhomes | A-1 Bedroom Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Mission Viejo Villas | B- Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sims, IL and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sims area is the $0.89 price per square foot 1X1 Model at 2600 Fairway Dr in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Sims apartment is the Prime Living at Its Finest: Luxurious Stand-Alo... Model at Circle Point Villas starting at $1,650 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Gibson County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sims apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2600 Fairway Dr | 1X1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Circle Point Villas | Prime Living at Its Finest: Luxurious Stand-Alo... | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 2707 Fairway Dr | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Eagle Village - Historical Access | 4BR/2BA - Furnished | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Vail Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| North Park | Berkshire | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Mission Viejo Villas | B- Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Century Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sims Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sims Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sims Apartment is $486 at McKay Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sims Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sims is starting from $552 at McKay Manor.
What is the most affordable Sims Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sims Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKay Manor and starts from $587.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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