Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $1200
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Studio $1,012+Base rent Income restricted4536-40 N Magnolia Ave, Chicago, IL 60640Apply online • Hardwood Floors
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2 bd $8003 bd $900Base rent Income restricted1121 Oakdale Street, Springfield, IL 62703Apply online • Pet friendly • Washer/Dryer
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Ask for PricingIncome restricted6430 S. Stony Island, Chicago, IL 60637In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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1 bd $700Base rent1524 Richard T Rivera Way, Joliet, IL 60431Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $1,171+Base rent4.0 (47)100 Winchester Place, Fairview Heights, IL 62208Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Studio $1,075Base rent3233 S King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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3 bd $897+4 bd $1,154+5 bd $1,186+Base rent3.5 (124)200 W Frost Avenue, Rantoul, IL 61866Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $8762 bd $1,004Base rent4.5 (1)4010 N. Brandywine Drive, Peoria, IL 61614Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Studio $1,012+Base rent Income restricted4536-40 N Magnolia Ave, Chicago, IL 60640Apply online • Hardwood Floors
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Studio $1,047+Base rent2937 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60616Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $1,099Base rent4.0 (3)5220 S Kenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60615Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Studio $1,134Base rent3.5 (3)5455 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $9552 bd $1,140Base rent4.0 (13)421 19Th Street, Moline, IL 61265Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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2 bd $8003 bd $900Base rent Income restricted1121 Oakdale Street, Springfield, IL 62703Apply online • Pet friendly • Washer/Dryer
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2 bd $780+3 bd $860+4 bd $1,095+Base rent4.0 (22)620 Willow Pond Road, Rantoul, IL 61866Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $999+Base rent5118 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Studio $1,134+Base rent4.5 (1)5532 S Kenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60615Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Studio $1,0501 bd $1,200Base rent4.0 (19)1610 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Ask for PricingIncome restricted6430 S. Stony Island, Chicago, IL 60637In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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1 bd $1,075+Base rent3.5 (3)19 Basil Way, Bloomington, IL 61705Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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1 bd $880+2 bd $910+Base rent3.5 (37)208 South Prospect Road, Bloomington, IL 61704Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $6901 bd $780+2 bd $905+Base rent4.5 (10)1707 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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1 bd $683+2 bd $831+3 bd $871+Base rent4.0 (22)909 N. Maplewood Dr., Rantoul, IL 61866Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $700Base rent1524 Richard T Rivera Way, Joliet, IL 60431Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Studio $4601 bd $690Base rent4.0 (19)405 E College St, Carbondale, IL 62901Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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Frequently asked questions
When were prices and availability in Illinois last updated?
Prices and availability in Illinois were last updated on 13 Aug 2026.
What are the best apartments in Illinois?
The best apartments in Illinois are: Shoreham and Tides, Matteson Blu, Enclave Crystal Lake Townhomes and Apartments, Bristol Station and HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546.
What type of rental buildings are in Illinois?
In Illinois 33% of the housing is rented out compared to 67% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 17% of Illinois's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.
Search for apartments in Illinois under $1,200
There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Illinois, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.
The perfect $1,200 rental near you
Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Illinois. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 397 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Illinois for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.