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11830 S Harvard Ave
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12151 S Western Ave

11141 S Normal Ave
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2118 135th Pl

11810 S Komensky Ave, Unit 201
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11143 S Christiana Ave

14047 S School St

12863 S Normal Ave
Blue Island, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Blue Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Blue Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,449 | $1,075 | $1,850 |
Blue Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,891 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
Blue Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $1,400 | $4,455 |
Blue Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,850 | $2,600 | $3,100 |
Blue Island 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Blue Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blue Island, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 14021 S Tracy Ave in the College District neighborhood priced from $1,125. 14600 Pulaski Rd. in the Country Aire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blue Island apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
14600 Pulaski Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Midpointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,416 |
Orchard Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
Woodland Courts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blue Island area is the $0.81 price per square foot 13831 S Illinois St Model at 13831 S Illinois St, Unit 2 in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Blue Island apartment is the 10454 S Claremont Ave Model at 10454 S Claremont Ave, Unit REMARKABLE BEVERLY 3 BED starting at $3,200 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Beverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blue Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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13831 S Illinois St, Unit 2 | 13831 S Illinois St | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
10454 S Claremont Ave, Unit REMARKABLE BEVERLY 3 BED | 10454 S Claremont Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
13825 S Illinois St, Unit 1 | 13825 S Illinois St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
2346 122nd St, Unit Two West | 2346 122nd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
12517 Elm St, Unit 2 | 12517 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Woodland Courts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
11143 S Christiana Ave, Unit #2 | 11143 S Christiana Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Orchard Estates | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Midpointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Blue Island?
There are currently 447 Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,200. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Blue Island ranging from $1,000 to $4,455.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Blue Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Blue Island ranges from $1,000 to $4,455 with an average monthly rent of $2,315.
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