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New Salem, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available New Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Salem, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Jacksonville Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $462. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Salem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Macomb RentalsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$390
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$462
Smith and Royer Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Morton Street Apartments1 bed one bath1BR,1BA$690
1500 N Carolina St2X22BR,2BA$700
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 1BD1BR,1BA$750
New Eastlawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$800
Elm Tree Commons1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$920
Peine LakesThe Adler1BR,1BA$1,082
Vista On The Park: Inspired LivingBrand New One bedroom Apartment Located Right N...1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Salem, IL and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Salem area is the $0.90 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value New Salem apartment is the Townhome A Model at Quail Run starting at $1,800 with a $1.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for New Salem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emerson Garden ApartmentsThree Beds Two Baths3BR,2BA$0.90
Quail RunTownhome A3BR,2BA$1.33
Prairie Vista2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Villages at Lake Silvercote3 bedrooms3BR,2BA$1.28
Boone Street CommonsBSC2BR,2BA$1.18
Elm Tree Commons2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.32
1500 N Carolina St2X22BR,2BA$0.78
New Eastlawn ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 2BD2BR,1BA$1.06
Jacksonville Affordable Housing1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$0.84

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Getting Around New Salem, IL

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

24 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Salem Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New Salem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Salem is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.

What is the most affordable New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1500 N Carolina St and starts from $775.

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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