Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, IL from $500 (37 Rentals)

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1304 E North St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1304 E North St

1304 E North StBradley, IL 60915
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Pine Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge

1112 Parkwood DrJoliet, IL 60432
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101 E Bannon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101 E Bannon St

101 E Bannon StDwight, IL 60420
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West Harbor Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Harbor Place

703 W Harbor StKankakee, IL 60901

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$1,500 - $1,600

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318 Liberty St

MorrisIL60450

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1014 Shagbark Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1014 Shagbark Rd

1014 Shagbark RdNew Lenox, IL 60451
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Wilmington, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wilmington Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmington, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Falls in the Sunset Point neighborhood priced from $949. 811 Covey Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone FallsOne Bedroom, Base Package1BR,1BA$949
811 Covey Ln1x11BR,1BA$1,200
Tudor Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,209
Bays Tower ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,250
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress 31BR,1BA$1,359
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,359
Reserve at RomeovilleMeadowStudio,1BA$1,594
24138 - 24158 W Main St24138 W Main St Unit 1022BR,1BA$1,650
The Port1E1BR,1BA$1,675
The View at Rock Run CollectionS1Studio,1BA$1,684

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, IL and Nearby

As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilmington area is the $2.19 price per square foot C-2x2 Model at Highland Ridge in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $2,473. The second greatest value Wilmington apartment is the Attraction Model at Remington Apartment Homes starting at $2,190 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the International Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland RidgeC-2x22BR,2BA$2.19
Remington Apartment HomesAttraction2BR,2BA$1.95
Village Place ApartmentsCedar2BR,2BA$2.22
Stone FallsTwo Bedroom, Luxury Package2BR,1BA$1.38
811 Covey Ln1x11BR,1BA$1.33
Timber Pointe ApartmentsCypress1BR,1BA$2.27
Tudor Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom One Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.64
The Port1E1BR,1BA$2.31
Willow Run of Crest Hill1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
The Woodlands of Crest HillCypress 21BR,1BA$2.31

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilmington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilmington is at The Woodlands of Crest Hill listed at $1,209.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmington Apartment is $949 at Stone Falls.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is starting from $1,209 at Tudor Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tudor Park Apartments and starts from $1,309.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.