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Benson, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Benson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Benson, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. Winkler Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Benson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Winkler Village Apartments1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$725
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benson, IL and Nearby

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Benson area is the $0.66 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1512 E Gardner Ln in the in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value Benson apartment is the Oakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at BayOak Apartments starting at $1,133 with a $0.96 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Benson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1512 E Gardner Ln3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.66
BayOak ApartmentsOakbrook | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.96
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
504 S Sweetbriar DrModel2BR,1BA$1.11
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.71
The Mallard Way Rental Community1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Phoenix Apartments of PontiacOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$0.94
Briarwood II2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Winkler Village Apartments1BD 1BTH1BR,1BA$1.06
Colonial Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Benson

What type of rentals are currently available in Benson?

There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Benson, IL with pricing that ranges from $510 to $2,675. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Benson ranging from $595 to $3,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Benson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Benson ranges from $595 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,475.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Benson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Benson range from $776 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $683 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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