
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, IL from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Broadmoor Park

The Oaks

Class Act Realty

Traditions Bloomington

Arbors at Eastland

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CollegePlace Uptown
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Lincoln Square Apartments

The Grove at Main

East Douglas Apartments

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Danbury Court

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Currency Commons Apartments

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Fox Hill Apartments

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2807 W Nevada St

134-136 Fauber Ln

314 Mecherle
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2121 N Prospect Rd

2203 W Howett St

1806 N Peoria Ave

524 Caroline St

Fairmont Apartments

526 Fairholm Ave

107 College Park Ct

2 Curtis Ct
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Parkview Apartments

2916 W Meidroth St
Stanford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Studio Apartments | $1,572 | $546 | $5,196 |
| Stanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $578 | $7,855 |
| Stanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $664 | $7,506 |
| Stanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $798 | $4,800 |
| Stanford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $709 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Stanford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stanford, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Senior Apartments in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood priced from $546. Broadmoor Park 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 Stanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $546 |
| Broadmoor Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Oaks | 1 bed / bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Market | 2BR,2BA | $831 |
| Arbors at Eastland | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| CollegePlace Uptown | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Ironwood Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $892 |
| The Grove at Main | 1/1 TRA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, IL and Nearby
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $0.75 price per square foot 2BR/ 1BA Model at East Douglas Apartments in the in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the All units Model at 3 Stortz Drive starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stanford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Douglas Apartments | 2BR/ 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 3 Stortz Drive | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Harvest View | 2/2 Second Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Oak Creek Plaza | 2/1 Vaulted Ceilings LVP Flooring | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| Traditions Bloomington | Two Bedroom - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Currency Commons Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| BayOak | Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| The Social Normal | The Redbird Corner Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stanford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stanford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stanford is at Washington Senior Apartments listed at $546.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment is $578 at Washington Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stanford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stanford is starting from $831 at Traditions Bloomington.
What is the most affordable Stanford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stanford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Traditions Bloomington and starts from $1,325.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.