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Cortland, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cortland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland, IL is a Studio unit found at University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $699. The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$699
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed1BR,1BA$825
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland, IL and Nearby

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortland area is the $1.61 price per square foot Gregory End Model at Terrabrook at Prairie Ridge in the starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Cortland apartment is the Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty starting at $1,650 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terrabrook at Prairie RidgeGregory End4BR,2.5BA$1.61
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments2 Bedrooom TH NEW2BR,2BA$1.33
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1.50
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$1.69
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

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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 University Heights Apartments listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment is $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive.

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 $909 at Amber Manor.

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 $1,025.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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