Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cortland, IL from $500 (20 Rentals)
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High Meadows Apartments

University Village Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

1117 S Cross St

Colonial Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

Varsity Square Apartments

Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

908 Greenbrier Rd

227 W Locust St

1592 DeKalb Ave
Cortland, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cortland Studio Apartments | $851 | $559 | $1,690 |
Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,079 | $630 | $1,925 |
Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $725 | $2,560 |
Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $930 | $2,750 |
Cortland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,190 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available Cortland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland, IL is a Studio unit found at Amber Manor in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $599. University Plaza Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $679. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Amber Manor | Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $599 |
University Plaza Apartments | A3 Floor Plan (Double Occupancy*) - Sold Out! | 1BR,1BA | $679 |
The Terraces at Dekalb | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
University Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
New Suburban Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland, IL and Nearby
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortland area is the $0.91 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,010. The second greatest value Cortland apartment is the Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge starting at $2,950 with a $1.61 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortland apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.91 |
Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge | Gregory End | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Reserve at Village Center | Bluebell | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments | 2 Bedrooom TH NEW | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Colonial Apartments | 3 TH | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
University Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
University Heights Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Varsity Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom without dining room | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Getting Around Cortland, IL
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cortland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cortland is at Amber Manor listed at $599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment is $679 at University Plaza Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cortland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortland is starting from $725 at University Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cortland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cortland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Terraces at Dekalb and starts from $1,100.
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