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    Studio $450
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    Campus Edge Apts

    4.0 (8)
    820 W Freeman St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    Studio $475
    Base rent
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    Saluki Apartments

    4.0 (19)
    405 E College St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials 4 units available
    1 bd $421+
    2 bd $507+
    Base rent
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    RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW

    4.5 (10)
    1035 SOUTH MAIN ST, DECATUR, IL 62521
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 4 units available
    2 bd $550+
    Base rent
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    1338 Home Place

    1338 Home Place, Rockford, IL 61104
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 5 units available
    Studio $500
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    221 W. Alexander Street

    221 W. Alexander Street, Chicago, IL 60616
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $530+
    Base rent
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    Magnolia Properties 2

    300 Southside Court, Newton, IL 62448
    Pet friendly
  • 4 units available
    Studio $100
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    244 W. Alexander Street

    244 W. Alexander Street, Chicago, IL 60616
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $560
    2 bd $585+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Westbrook Apartments

    1833 Seven Pines Road, Springfield, IL 62704
    Pet friendly • Pool • Large Closets
  • 1 bd $525
    2 bd $600
    Base rent
    503 Douglas Street, Camp Point, IL 62320
    Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
  • 1 bd $553
    Base rent
    405 North Oak Street, Griggsville, IL 62340
    Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
  • Only 3 units left
    2 bd $366+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Hollow Tree

    1351 W Carl Sandburg Dr, Galesburg, IL 61401
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 5 units available
    Studio $588
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    SACRED Apartments

    9212 Burley, Chicago, IL 60617
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $553+
    Base rent
    3700 EAGLE NEST DRIVE, CRETE, IL 60417
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $553+
    Base rent
    4.0 (1)
    3660 EAGLE NEST DRIVE, CRETE, IL 60417
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Studio $550
    1 bd $595
    Base rent
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    Hunter Star

    4.0 (166)
    801 Lucinda Ave, Dekalb, IL 60115
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    5713-15 N. Kenmore Ave.

    3.5 (6)
    5713-15 N. Kenmore Ave., Chicago, IL 60660
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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    1727-29 N. Halsted St.

    1727-29 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • Ask for pricing
    5.0 (15)
    1035 S. Main Street, Decatur, IL 62521
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
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    3622 N. Marshfield Ave.

    3622 N. Marshfield Ave., Chicago, IL 60613
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    2020 N. Bissell St.

    3.5 (3)
    2020 N. Bissell St., Chicago, IL 60614
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    1947 N. Cleveland Ave.

    4.0 (5)
    1947 N. Cleveland Ave., Chicago, IL 60614
    Cat friendly • Dishwasher • Hardwood Floors
  • 1 bd $560
    Base rent
    800 Randall Road, Carlinville, IL 62626
    Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • Studio $75
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1419 Washington

    5.0 (7)
    822-26 Wesley, Evanston, IL 60202
    Pet friendly
  • 43-0-state

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When were prices and availability in Illinois last updated?

Prices and availability in Illinois were last updated on 13 Nov 2026.

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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.

Renting apartments in Illinois under $600

Searching for apartments for rent in Illinois under $600 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Illinois, where the average rent is $584 per month, there are 83 units available for less than $600. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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