
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Standard, IL from $400 (37 Rentals)
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Forest Park Apartments

The Village on University

Winkler Village Apartments

Willow Knolls Apartments

Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac

Glenbrook Apartments

Cedar Crossing Apartments

103 W Railroad St
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Old Orchard Trace Apartments

Nordic Villa Apartments

Versailles Apartments

504 S Sweetbriar Dr

Knoxville Manor Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

Pontiac Towers

Dunlap Lakeside
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Westridge Apartments

1108 Paul St

Tiffany Pointe

Woods + Meadow Apartments

725 Joliet St

215 E Oak St

1512 E Gardner Ln

Willow Way

1321 Maple Dr
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The Hillsides

611 W Matthews St

809 Calhoun St

415-421 W Forrest Lawn Ave

9 N Randolph St

1320 Maple Dr

537 1/2 Bucklin St

Williams Street Townhomes

826 N Spalding St
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407 E Seminole St
Standard, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Standard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Studio Apartments | $786 | $700 | $855 |
| Standard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,169 | $725 | $2,075 |
| Standard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $855 | $2,675 |
| Standard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,150 | $2,107 |
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Cheapest Available Standard Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Standard, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. The Village on University in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Standard apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Village on University | Anderson at Village South | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Knoxville Manor Apartments | Level 2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Grove Apartments | Standard 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Standard, IL and Nearby
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Standard area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Eagle Point Apartments in the in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Standard apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cedar Creek Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Standard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Point Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Cedar Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Camden Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Mallard Way Rental Community | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Nordic Villa Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Standard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Standard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Standard Apartment is $625 at Colonial Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Standard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Standard is starting from $895 at Phoenix Apartments of Pontiac.
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