
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washburn, IL from $600 (46 Rentals)
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Forest Park Apartments

Winkler Village Apartments

Willow Knolls Apartments

The Village on University

Glenbrook Apartments

Hollybrook Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

Glen Willows
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Versailles Apartments

Knoxville Manor Apartments

504 S Sweetbriar Dr

Timberbrook Apartments

Carriage Hill Apartments

The Grove Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

Covington Place

Dunlap Lakeside
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The Mallard Way Rental Community

Flats at Dunlap

Tiffany Pointe

Woods + Meadow Apartments

505 E Virginia Ave

1512 E Gardner Ln

Glen Oak Manor Condominium Townhomes

The Hillsides

Willow Way
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2121 N Prospect Rd

517 Hayward St

412 E Arcadia Ave

1806 N Peoria Ave

415-421 W Forrest Lawn Ave

526 Fairholm Ave

308 E Archer Ave

2408 W Reservoir Blvd

814 W McClure Ave
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802 E London Ave

3500 Yorkshire

1101 Cambridge Dr

Prairie Vista Apartments

901 NE Glen Oak Ave

816 W Virginia Ave

206 E Arcadia Ave

4914 North Best Street

913 W McClure Ave
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801 E Fairoaks Ave
Washburn, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Studio Apartments | $802 | $700 | $927 |
| Washburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $725 | $1,900 |
| Washburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $850 | $2,675 |
| Washburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $1,200 | $2,302 |
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Cheapest Available Washburn Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washburn, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. Winkler Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washburn apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Village on University | Collins at Village South | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Knoxville Manor Apartments | Level 2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Glen Willows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| 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 Washburn, IL and Nearby
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washburn 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 Washburn 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 Washburn 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 |
| Covington Place | 2BR/1.5BA Signature In Unit Wash/Dryer | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| The Mallard Way Rental Community | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Glen Willows | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Hollybrook Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 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 Washburn Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washburn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washburn Apartment is $625 at Colonial Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washburn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washburn is starting from $850 at Crestwood Apartments.
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