
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Zion, IL from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Carmel House

Country Chalet

Woodstone Village Apartments

Franklin Street

Gabriel Apartments

2320 20th St

2901-2095 Elisha Ave

3100-3108 23rd St
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1709 Joppa

2717 Galilee Ave

1225 34th St

2600 Gabriel Ave

2233 Galilee Ave

2225 Galilee Ave

2305 Salem Blvd

1736 21st St

2330-2336 Gabriel Ave
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2905 31st St

2718 Gabriel Ave

Wildflower on 27th

Forest Glen

2325 Lewis Ave

2703-2711 Galilee Ave

2624 Gabriel Ave

Rolling Hills Apartments

Zion Senior Cottages
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West Wind Village

Reserve at Eagle Ridge

1039 Sheridan Rd

Sheridan Place Apartments

11400 47th Ave

1803 12th St

Bristol Oaks Apartments

Shoreline Terrace

Winthrop Apartments
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Zion, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Zion?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $975 | $1,532 |
| Zion 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $1,200 | $1,740 |
| Zion 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Zion, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/12/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Park | $2,200 | $975 | 6 |
| Shepherds Crossing | $2,200 | $975 | 9 |
| Sheridan Road Park | $2,200 | $975 | 11 |
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. Country Chalet in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Zion apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Country Chalet | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Thunderbird | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zion, IL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zion area is the $1.81 price per square foot The Tawny Model at Reserve at Eagle Ridge in the in the Lake Cogardens neighborhood starting from $1,640. The second greatest value Zion apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated Model at Country Chalet starting at $1,270 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Shepherds Crossing 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Tawny | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Country Chalet | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Carmel House | 1bdB | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 10174 W Ford Ave, Unit #3 | 10174 W Ford Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
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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 $2,200.
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 5 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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