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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Normal Neighborhood of Normal, IL from $400 (21 Rentals)
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from $8492 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 16
The Social on Hovey
800 W Hovey StNormal, IL 61761
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from $8191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
717 Fairmont Apartments
717 Fairmont DrBloomington, IL 61704
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from $9351 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Traditions Bloomington
901 Valley View CirBloomington, IL 61705
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Downtown Normal, Normal, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Normal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Normal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $979 | $785 | $1,620 |
| Downtown Normal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $819 | $1,650 |
| Downtown Normal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $795 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Normal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $750 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Normal Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Normal area of Normal, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Class Act Realty priced from $785. 717 Fairmont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $819. Here are the most affordable Downtown Normal apartments for rent in Normal, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Act Realty | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| 717 Fairmont Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $819 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $860 |
| 300 Shelbourne | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Traditions Bloomington | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Normal, IL
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Normal area is the $0.50 price per square foot Per Student for 2 Model at 1006 Samantha St in the in the Downtown Normal neighborhood starting from $705. The second greatest value Downtown Normal apartment is the 4 person rate Model at 605 Kingsley St starting at $620 with a $0.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Normal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Normal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1006 Samantha St | Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.50 |
| 605 Kingsley St | 4 person rate | 4BR,3BA | $0.47 |
| 200 S Linden | Rent per Person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 21 Flora Way | Per Person for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.51 |
| 701 Franklin | Apt 2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| 700 N Adelaide St | Rent Per Student for 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.70 |
| 212 College Park Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 113 W Willow St | 2 person Rate | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 105 W Shelbourne Dr | 105 W Shelbourne Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1505 Hancock | Per person for 2 | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Normal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Normal?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Normal is Class Act Realty which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Downtown Normal costs $1,590.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Normal?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 108 regular apartments in Downtown Normal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Normal?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Normal have an average cost of $318 which is $1,272 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Normal.
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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