Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mackinaw, IL from $500 (29 Rentals)
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The Avenue Apartments

Colonial Village

Sunset Hills Apartments

Willow Oaks Apartments

Stonecrest

Williamsburg Townhouses

Civic Center Plaza Apartments
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611 Haungs Ave

2213 Stoneybrook Rd

619 NE Rock Island Ave

2807 W Nevada St

1515 S Lydia Ave

224 Grandview Ave
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2216 NE Monroe St

1220 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave

2728 W Wyoming St

2215 Stoneybrook Rd

1507 S Livingston St

3513 SW Adams St

150-152 Fauber Ln

718 E Illinois Ave
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Mackinaw, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mackinaw?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mackinaw Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $575 | $1,650 |
Mackinaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $650 | $2,450 |
Mackinaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $735 | $2,000 |
Mackinaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $900 | $2,400 |
Mackinaw 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $975 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Mackinaw Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mackinaw, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Village priced from $625. The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mackinaw apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $803 |
Marquette Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
Traditions Bloomington | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
EMR Apartments | 1 BR Standard Utilities Included | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
812 Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Persimmon Lofts | STUDIO UNFIRNISHED | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mackinaw, IL and Nearby
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mackinaw area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Atworth in the starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Mackinaw apartment is the 2/2 First Floor Model at Harvest View starting at $1,399 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mackinaw apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Atworth | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Harvest View | 2/2 First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
The Mallard Way Rental Community | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Traditions Bloomington | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Winkler Place | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
Colonial Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Getting Around Mackinaw, IL
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mackinaw Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mackinaw?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mackinaw is at Civic Center Plaza Apartments listed at $803.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment is $625 at Colonial Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mackinaw Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mackinaw is starting from $750 at The Avenue Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mackinaw Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mackinaw Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Mallard Way Rental Community and starts from $1,200.
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