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Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $600

101 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Illinois under $600. 101 Rentals Available
  • an empty kitchen with a refrigerator and a sink
    Today

    800 Randall Road, Carlinville, IL 62626
    1 BED $480
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a granite counter top
    Today

    3622 N. Marshfield Ave., Chicago, IL 60613
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    516 South Rawlings St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    1 BED $580
  • a living room with a couch and a television
    Today

    1833 Seven Pines Road, Springfield, IL 62704
    1 BED $560
    2 BEDS $585+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
    Today

    2656-58 W. Iowa St., Chicago, IL 60622
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets and a refrigerator
    Today

    405 E College St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $420+
    1 BED $600
  • a leather chair in a living room next to a window
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    1948-54 W. Berteau Ave. & 4201-03 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a rug
    Today

    2225 North 12Th Street, Quincy, IL 62305
    2 BEDS $252+
    3 BEDS $275+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a window
    Today

    820 W Freeman St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $450
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets
    Today

    14020 S School St, Riverdale, IL 60827
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    Today

    1727-29 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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  • an empty kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    222 E 109Th St, Chicago, IL 60628
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator next to a door
    Today

    600 W Mill St, Carbondale, IL 62901
    STUDIO $420
  • the house has been remodeled to look like a 1930s house
    Today

    2247 W Giddings, Chicago, IL 60625
    STUDIO $75
  • a large building with a fence in front of it
    Today

    402 Flessner Rd., Rantoul, IL 61866
    STUDIO $30+
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
    Today

    406 E. Green St., Champaign, IL 61820
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • 1152 N Christiana Avenue Studio Apartment for Rent
    Today

    1152 N Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651
    STUDIO $520+
  • an empty living room with a ceiling fan and three doors
    Today

    709 Broadmeadow, Rantoul, IL 61866
    2 BEDS $600+
  • a large brick apartment building on the side of a street
    Today

    17745 ROSEWOOD DRIVE, Lansing, IL 60438
    STUDIO $159+
    2 BEDS $162+
    3 BEDS $242+
  • an office building with a red roof and a parking lot
    Today

    1501 Illinois 127, Greenville, IL 62246
    STUDIO $15+
  • a small kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
    Today

    1236 E. 46Th Street, Chicago, IL 60653
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • a large brick building on the corner of a street
    Today

    1206-10 W 83Rd, Chicago, IL 60620
    2 BEDS $500
  • a kitchen with a counter top and a brick wall
    Today

    4807-4811 N. St. Louis, Chicago, IL 60625
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • 218 E. Campbell 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Today

    218 E. Campbell, Rantoul, IL 61866
    1 BED $525
    2 BEDS $525
  • a white house with a sidewalk in front of it
    Today

    223 N. Penfield, Rantoul, IL 61866
    2 BEDS $450+
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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 4 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.

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 $597 per month, there are 101 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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Finding a nice cheap apartment is by no means impossible. You just have to be patient. Your “apartments near me under $600” search can bear fruit sooner than you think if you look carefully and check our site often. You never know when discount deals and special offers might pop up. Keep in mind that you are not the only one looking for an affordable apartment in Illinois. Choose “Save Search” to receive the latest apartments available directly to your inbox. This way, you will be able to stay one step ahead of the competition. With the cheapest apartments in Illinois going for $159 per month, there are great deals waiting to be discovered. Feeling lucky? Expand your search to 2 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom apartments as well for more space.

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