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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
    Today

    8951 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60620
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • 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
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • 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
    Today

    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
    Today

    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+
  • 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
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
    Today

    8222 S Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a small kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
    Today

    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
    Today

    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
    Today

    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
    Today

    5316 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
    STUDIO $1,025+
  • a kitchen with dark cabinets and a radiator and a door
    Today

    5125 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $925+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Today

    808 W 76Th St, Chicago, IL 60620
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • 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
    Today

    6709 N Terra Vista Dr., Peoria, IL 61614
    2 BEDS $900
  • an empty kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
    Today

    800 Randall Road, Carlinville, IL 62626
    1 BED $480
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
    Today

    7505 S. Calumet Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $610+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a red brick building on the side of a street
    Today

    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 6 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 residents are renting compared to 67% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 17% of Illinois's rentals, 61% are small-scale complexes with under 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 546 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.

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