
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bloomington Neighborhood of Bloomington, IL from $500 (65 Rentals)
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818 W Washington St, Unit C

717 Fairmont Apartments

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404 E Mulberry St, Unit 2nd floor

202 S Western Ave, Unit 1N

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309-311-311 Robinhood Ln

1213 E Jefferson St

Fox Hill Apartments

East Douglas Apartments

Currency Commons Apartments
Downtown Bloomington, Bloomington, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Bloomington Studio Apartments | $1,583 | $515 | $4,541 |
Downtown Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $548 | $6,921 |
Downtown Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $825 | $7,176 |
Downtown Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,205 | $800 | $1,750 |
Downtown Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $915 | $755 | $1,975 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bloomington Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $515 |
Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bloomington, IL
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bloomington area is the $0.50 price per square foot Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $705. The second greatest value Downtown Bloomington apartment is the 4 person rate Model at 605 Kingsley St starting at $620 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bloomington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.51 |
108 Oak Creek Plaza | 2/1 Vaulted Ceilings | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
1608 Bryan St | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
1917 Tracy Dr | 1917 Tracy Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
103 E Irving St, Unit B | 103 E Irving St | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
605 N Mason St | 605 N Mason St | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Bloomington, Bloomington, IL
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Bloomington, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Bloomington Neighborhood in Bloomington, IL
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bloomington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Bloomington is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bloomington is Washington Senior Apartments which is listed at $548, while the average apartment in Downtown Bloomington costs $1,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Bloomington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Downtown Bloomington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Bloomington?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Bloomington have an average cost of $330 which is $845 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Bloomington.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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