
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, IL from $300 (10 Rentals)
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Auburn, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Auburn Studio Apartments | $702 | $625 | $816 |
Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $873 | $331 | $1,350 |
Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $389 | $1,844 |
Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $900 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $462. The Hickcox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $628. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
The Hickcox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, IL and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $0.75 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) Model at Brainard Landings Apartments in the starting from $900. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $875 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Brainard Landings Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath (I) | 3BR,2BA | $0.75 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Candles | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
2474 N Florian | 1st Floor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Getting Around Auburn, IL
Walk Score®
30 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Auburn?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Auburn is at The Hickcox Collection listed at $628.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Auburn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Auburn is starting from $515 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Auburn Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Auburn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brainard Landings Apartments and starts from $900.
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