
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Wilmington, IL from $700 (40 Rentals)
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Cedar Crossing Apartments

Pine Meadows Apartments

Stone Falls

Pontiac Towers

Larkin Village

St James Place

811 Covey Ln
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Tudor Park Apartments

The Woodlands of Crest Hill

The Birches Apartments

Winchester Manor

Bays Tower Apartments

Sutton Place Apartments

24138 - 24158 W Main St

Willow Run of Crest Hill
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Ravine Woods Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

Avalon at Morris

The Port

1304 E North St

308 N Union St

Pine Ridge

Williams Street Townhomes
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101 E Bannon St

407 E Seminole St

West Harbor Place

101 Bannon Dr

115 N Hickory St

Twin Oaks West Apartments

342 Tedmark Ct

25731 W Bridge St
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602 Meadowood Ln

HighPoint Community Apartments

138 S 1st St

144 1st

11050 S Lasalle Rd

204 E Washington St

1002 W Marion St

318 Liberty St
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South Wilmington, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,654 | $825 | $2,555 |
| South Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $795 | $2,909 |
| South Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $895 | $4,315 |
| South Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,150 | $4,767 |
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Cheapest Available South Wilmington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Wilmington, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac priced from $795. Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Wilmington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Stone Falls | One Bedroom, Base Package | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| The Woodlands of Crest Hill | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,219 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Birches Apartments | 1s | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Willow Run of Crest Hill | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The Port | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Wilmington, IL and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Wilmington area is the $2.19 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $3,024. The second greatest value South Wilmington apartment is the Highlands Model at Reserve at Romeoville starting at $2,231 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Rockdale Junction neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Reserve at Romeoville | Highlands | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Reserve at Fox River | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments | sc3s1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Stone Falls | Two Bedroom, Luxury Package | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 811 Covey Ln | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Village Place Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Tudor Park Apartments | Three Bedroom One Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Pontiac Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Wilmington is at The Woodlands of Crest Hill listed at $1,219.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Wilmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Wilmington Apartment is $795 at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Wilmington is starting from $895 at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac.
What is the most affordable South Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tudor Park Apartments and starts from $1,309.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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