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Cornell, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cornell Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornell, IL is a Studio unit found at Ironwood Gardens Apartments priced from $746. Class Act Realty in the Downtown Normal neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ironwood Gardens ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$746
Class Act Realty1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785
1-7 Keisha Drive1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$800
300 Shelbourne1/11BR,1BA$899
Briarwood II1 bedroom1BR,1BA$910

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornell, IL and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornell area is the $1.30 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms or more Model at Class Act Realty in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Cornell apartment is the All units Model at 3 Stortz Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Bloomington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Class Act Realty4 Bedrooms or more4BR,2.5BA$1.30
3 Stortz DrAll units2BR,2BA$1.17
Wingover Luxury Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom/Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
701 FranklinApt 24BR,2BA$0.55
Harvest View2/2 First Floor2BR,2BA$1.30
Rainbow Circle Apartments2/22BR,2BA$1.22
BayOak ApartmentsBayberry | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.23
700 N Adelaide StRent Per Student for 22BR,1.5BA$0.70
Briarwood II2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Lancaster HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornell

What type of rentals are currently available in Cornell?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Cornell, IL with pricing that ranges from $444 to $7,021. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cornell ranging from $775 to $5,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cornell ranges from $775 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,163.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cornell range from $478 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $629.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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