
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Thomson, IL from $531 (47 Rentals)
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Northland Park Apartments

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Pine View

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

Nottingham West Apartments

Village at Sheridan Meadows

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Washington Senior Apartments
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Westwinds

Fulton Commons Apartments

Cheshire

The Villas at Devils Glen

Iowa Mutual Lofts

Windsor Crest Apartments

Sterling Towers

Cross Creek

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes
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Park Place Apartments

5425 Valley Dr

Chateau Knoll

Springs at Bettendorf Apartments

Valley Bluff Townhomes

Regency Apartments

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Cottage Bluff Apartments

Tallgrass Townhomes

Roosevelt School Apartments
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512 W Broadway St

Rock Falls Apartments

223 16th Pl

209 E 10th St

3 Park Ave

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

413 21st Pl Ct

2519 N 3rd St

444 S 14th St
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1503 16th Ave

73 Manor Dr

Crow Creek Apartments

527 W Dewey St

Highland Meadows

311 19th Pl

1002-1018-1013 13th St

512 1/2 N Warren Ave

628 13th Ave N
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941 W Stephenson St

1701 English St
Thomson, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thomson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomson Studio Apartments | $1,018 | $625 | $1,304 |
| Thomson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $642 | $1,695 |
| Thomson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $670 | $3,250 |
| Thomson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $757 | $4,990 |
| Thomson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $2,025 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Thomson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thomson, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Jersey Meadows in the North Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thomson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $625 |
| Jersey Meadows | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $626 |
| PARK RUN APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $645 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR, 1BA | $669 |
| Village at Sheridan Meadows | Studio - Phase 2 | Studio, 1BA | $725 |
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $750 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Fulton Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $799 |
| Cheshire | 2BD 1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thomson, IL and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thomson area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Home Model at Links at Pebble Creek in the Outer Davenport Bettendorf neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Thomson apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Fulton Commons Apartments starting at $950 with a $0.95 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thomson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links at Pebble Creek | 3 Bedroom Home | 3BR, 3BA | $1.11 |
| Fulton Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
| Cottage Bluff Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| Cheshire | 2BD 1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.88 |
| 5425 Valley Dr | 2 Bed | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath Townhome | 2BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Westwinds | 2BD 1BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.86 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.92 |
| Cross Creek | 1 x 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| PARK RUN APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thomson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thomson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thomson is at Northland Park Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thomson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thomson Apartment is $645 at PARK RUN APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thomson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thomson is starting from $750 at Westwinds.
What is the most affordable Thomson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thomson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
Expert Rental Resources
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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