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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Zion?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Zion Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $830 | $1,195 |
Zion 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $700 | $1,532 |
Zion 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $1,350 | $1,715 |
Zion 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
Zion 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Zion, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Zion, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Zion Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cypress Park | $2,500 | $830 | 6 |
Shepherds Crossing | $2,500 | $1,030 | 5 |
Sheridan Road Park | $2,500 | $1,030 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Zion Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Zion, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodstone Village Apartments in the Cypress Park neighborhood priced from $1,200. Carmel House in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,515. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Zion apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Thunderbird | 2BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zion, IL and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zion area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2409 Gilboa Ave Model at 2409 Gilboa Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Zion apartment is the The Thunderbird Model at Reserve at Eagle Ridge starting at $1,565 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Lake Cogardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zion apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2409 Gilboa Ave, Unit 1 | 2409 Gilboa Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Thunderbird | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
3602 16th St, Unit 13 | 3602 16th St | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Getting Around Zion, IL
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zion Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Zion?
The cheapest apartment in Zion is Woodstone Village Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Zion costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Zion?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Zion that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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