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Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $1500

2,847 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $1500. 2,847 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with stainless steel refrigerator and black cabinets
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    2533 W. Augusta Blvd., Chicago, IL 60622
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    8951 S Ada St, Chicago, IL 60620
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
    3 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+
  • a living room with a dining room table and a couch
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    420 W. Melrose St., Chicago, IL 60657
    STUDIO $1,210
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden floors
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    4755 N. Sawyer, Chicago, IL 60625
    STUDIO $950+
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a building with two cars parked in front of it
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    5518 Barry, Chicago, IL 60641
    1 BED $1,295
  • 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
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    703 N Austin Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    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 gym with exercise equipment and a tv
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    855 Hinman Ave., Evanston, IL 60202
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    1 BED $1,439+
  • 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 living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    9680 Hayden Dr., Mascoutah, IL 62258
    2 BEDS $1,340
  • 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
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • 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+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a white kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
    Today

    440 W. Barry Ave., Chicago, IL 60657
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    1 BED $1,490+
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
    Today

    7917 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
    1 BED Ask for pricing
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  • a living room with blue couches and a rug
    Today

    2010 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60622
    1 BED 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 kitchen with a white refrigerator and a stove
    Today

    327 S Central Park, Chicago, IL 60624
    3 BEDS Ask for pricing
    4 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a blue couch and a dining room table
    Today

    1821 South Washington St, Naperville, IL 60565
    1 BED $1,489+
  • 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
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Today

    1221 W Chase Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    1 BED $1,325
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a green couch and a tv
    Today

    4700 Arbor Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
    1 BED $1,330+
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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.

Your search for apartments in Illinois under $1,500 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Illinois for less than $1,500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 2,847 available units in Illinois, renting for under $1,500. On average, $1,279 can get you 751 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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