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Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $1200

1,588 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $1200. 1,588 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    8951 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60620
    1 BED Ask for pricing
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  • a living room with blue couches and a coffee table
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    2801 Montaluma Dr, Springfield, IL 62704
    1 BED $780+
    2 BEDS $940+
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden floors
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    4755 N. Sawyer, Chicago, IL 60625
    STUDIO $950+
  • an empty kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
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    14122 S School St, Riverdale, IL 60827
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • ? a bedroom with wood floors and a ceiling fan
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    5348 N. Wolcott Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    703 N Austin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a tall brick building with trees in front of a street
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    3941 N. Pine Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60613
    STUDIO $985+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1707 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521
    STUDIO $620
    1 BED $695+
    2 BEDS $825+
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator
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    4106 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and sink
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    4031 N. Kenmore Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
    STUDIO $1,150
  • an apartment building with a wrought iron fence in front of it
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    2048 W Chase Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
    1 BED $1,145+
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  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED Ask for pricing
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    8222 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
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  • a small kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    8000 S Paulina, Chicago, IL 60620
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $960
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • the living room of a home with wood floors and a window
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    310 S. Austin Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60304
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black dishwasher and a counter top
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    7620 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $975
  • a kitchen with a stove and refrigerator and a door
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    7934 S Wabash, Chicago, IL 60619
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $925+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    5316 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
    STUDIO $1,025+
  • a kitchen with dark cabinets and a radiator and a door
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    5125 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $925+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    808 W 76Th St, Chicago, IL 60620
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  • a living room with a couch and a table and a ceiling fan
    Today

    5541 S. Everett Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
    STUDIO $1,059+
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    6709 N Terra Vista Dr., Peoria, IL 61614
    2 BEDS $900
  • an empty kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
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    800 Randall Road, Carlinville, IL 62626
    1 BED $480
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    7505 S. Calumet Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
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    1 BED $610+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a red brick building on the side of a street
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    5634-42 N. Magnolia Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
    STUDIO $1,000
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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 2 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Illinois?

The best apartments in Illinois are: North Harbor Tower, HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 546, Enclave Crystal Lake, HIGHPOINT Highwood Station 440 and Presidential Towers.

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.

Your search for apartments in Illinois under $1,200 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Illinois for less than $1,200 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 1,588 available units in Illinois, renting for under $1,200. On average, $1,079 can get you 720 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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