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  • 9 units available
    Studio $1,012+
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Sheridan Park

    4536-40 N Magnolia Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
    Apply online • Hardwood Floors
  • 12 units available
    2 bd $800
    3 bd $900
    4 bd $925
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Poplar Place

    1121 Oakdale Street, Springfield, IL 62703
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Ask for pricing
    Income restricted
    6430 S. Stony Island, Chicago, IL 60637
    Dishwasher • Air conditioner • Large Closets
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,100
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Ravine Woods Apartments

    4.0 (3)
    241 Ottawa Bend, Morris, IL 60450
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Rock Run Residences

    1524 Richard T Rivera Way, Joliet, IL 60431
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    Studio $835+
    1 bd $1,005+
    2 bd $1,068+
    Base rent
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    Timberlane Apartments

    4.0 (15)
    2900 W War Memorial Drive, Peoria, IL 61615
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,007+
    2 bd $1,045+
    3 bd $1,265+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Candles

    4.0 (39)
    9 Candlelight Drive, Springfield, IL 62704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Rent specials
    Studio $715+
    1 bd $851+
    2 bd $982+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Fox Pointe Apartments

    4.5 (15)
    4700 Seventh Street, East Moline, IL 61244
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    1 bd $955
    2 bd $1,095
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    LeClaire

    4.0 (13)
    421 19Th Street, Moline, IL 61265
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 12 units available
    2 bd $800
    3 bd $900
    4 bd $925
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Poplar Place

    1121 Oakdale Street, Springfield, IL 62703
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 8 units available
    2 bd $780+
    3 bd $860+
    4 bd $1,095+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Golfview Village

    4.0 (22)
    620 Willow Pond Road, Rantoul, IL 61866
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,290
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Fox Crest

    4.0 (7)
    2805 W Glen Flora, Waukegan, IL 60085
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 8 units available
    1 bd $850+
    2 bd $910+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Arbors At Eastland

    3.5 (37)
    208 South Prospect Road, Bloomington, IL 61704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $1,255+
    Base rent
    4.0 (6)
    2717 Hunters Pond Run, Champaign, IL 61820
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,100
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Ravine Woods Apartments

    4.0 (3)
    241 Ottawa Bend, Morris, IL 60450
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 5 units available
    Studio $1,050+
    1 bd $1,200+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Harbor Lake

    4.0 (19)
    1610 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 6 units available
    2 bd $1,278+
    3 bd $1,209+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    Spring Creek Townhomes

    3.5 (13)
    146 Spring Creek Dr, Springfield, IL 62702
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,025
    2 bd $1,205+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Village Woods

    4.5 (8)
    300 20Th Avenue West, Milan, IL 61264
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 22 units available
    3 bd $960+
    4 bd $1,036+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    South Pointe Commons

    3.5 (124)
    200 W Frost Avenue, Rantoul, IL 61866
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 9 units available
    Studio $1,012+
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Sheridan Park

    4536-40 N Magnolia Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
    Apply online • Hardwood Floors
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    Studio $450
    1 bd $685
    2 bd $885
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Campus Edge Apts

    4.0 (8)
    820 W Freeman St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $865+
    1 bd $1,034+
    2 bd $1,155+
    Base rent
    5203 Linden Rd Unit 2115, Rockford, IL 61109
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $690
    1 bd $790+
    2 bd $920+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Timber Cove

    4.5 (10)
    1707 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Studio $1,000+
    1 bd $1,154+
    2 bd $1,257+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Timberbrook Apartments

    4.0 (6)
    112 East Hines Place, Peoria, IL 61614
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • 12 units available
    2 bd $800
    3 bd $900
    4 bd $925
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Poplar Place

    1121 Oakdale Street, Springfield, IL 62703
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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When were prices and availability in Illinois last updated?

Prices and availability in Illinois were last updated on 16 Oct 2026.

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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.

Apartments in Illinois under $1,300

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,300?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 1,371 apartments for rent in Illinois on which you’ll spend less than $1,300. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,300

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,300. The average rental size in Illinois is 796 Sqft, but the $1,300 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.