
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, IL from $500 (27 Rentals)
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Stanford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stanford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Stanford Studio Apartments | $1,530 | $548 | $5,508 |
Stanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $725 | $8,017 |
Stanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $642 | $10,000+ |
Stanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $776 | $1,740 |
Stanford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $649 | $2,120 |
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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 $548. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stanford apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $548 |
Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Arbors at Eastland | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
Currency Commons Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
The Social on Hovey | 3 Balcony | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
Ironwood Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $896 |
300 Shelbourne | 300 E. Shelbourne Apartments - One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Traditions Bloomington | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
717 Fairmont Apartments | 717 Fairmont Drive Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Lancaster Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, IL and Nearby
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $1.28 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $2,040. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the 4-bed/4-bath Model at The Social at Illinois State starting at $789 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal 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. |
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Class Act Realty | 4 Bedrooms or more | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
The Social at Illinois State | 4-bed/4-bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
3 Stortz Dr | All units | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
East Douglas Apartments | 3BR/ 1BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
BayOak Apartments | Oakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
The Social on Hovey | 2 Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Grove at Main Apartments | Caroline | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
Traditions Bloomington | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Getting Around Stanford, IL
Walk Score®
16 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $548.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment is $765 at Class Act Realty.
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 $865 at Class Act Realty.
What is the most affordable Stanford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stanford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Social on Hovey and starts from $849.
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