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Blue Island, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Blue Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Blue Island, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 14127 S School St in the College District neighborhood priced from $950. 2062 W 135th Pl in the South Chicago neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blue Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
14127 S School St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$950
2062 W 135th Pl2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,220
Orchard Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,430

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Blue Island area is the $1.15 price per square foot 12537 S Marshfield Ave Model at 12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Blue Island apartment is the 2251 119th St Model at 2251 119th St, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Morgan Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blue Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1st12537 S Marshfield Ave3BR,1BA$1.15
2251 119th St, Unit 2nd floor2251 119th St3BR,1.5BA$1.15
12233 S McDaniels St, Unit Garden12233 S McDaniels St2BR,1BA$1.35
12537 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 112537 S Marshfield Ave3BR,1BA$1.60
1404 W 119th St, Unit 31404 W 119th St3BR,1BA$1.63
Orchard Estates1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.91
Midpointe1 Bed 1 Bath 750 SF1BR,1BA$1.91
10604 S Walden Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.57
2062 W 135th Pl2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.77
14127 S School St1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Blue Island?

There are currently 442 Apartments for Rent in Blue Island, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $2,600. 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 $2,174.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Blue Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Blue Island range from $1,475 to $2,133, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,620. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,421.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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