Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pekin, IL from $400 (33 Rentals)

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Sunnyridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunnyridge Apartments

222 Sunnyridge CtPekin, IL 61554
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Vista Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Villa

324 Buena Vista AvePekin, IL 61554
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609 S 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

609 S 3rd St

609 S 3rd StPekin, IL 61554
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740 Prince St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

740 Prince St

740 Prince StPekin, IL 61554
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Meadow Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow Lane Apartments

1101 El Camino DrPekin, IL 61554
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Pekin, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pekin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pekin, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2604 Pine St priced from $650. Williamsburg Townhouses has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pekin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2604 Pine St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$650
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$785
911 Hamilton St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Rosemary Crossing4 bedroom/2 bath4BR,2BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pekin, IL

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pekin area is the $1.18 price per square foot 4 bedroom/2 bath/2.5 car garage Model at Rosemary Crossing in the starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Pekin apartment is the 1409 Center St Model at 1409 Center St, Unit 1a starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Pekin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rosemary Crossing4 bedroom/2 bath/2.5 car garage4BR,2BA$1.18
1409 Center St, Unit 1a1409 Center St2BR,1BA$1.85
5 Williamsburg Ct, Unit A5 Williamsburg Ct2BR,1BA$0.99
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
2604 Pine St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
300 Buena Vista Ave, Unit 2300 Buena Vista AveStudio ,1BA$2.11

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48 / 100

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48 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pekin Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pekin Apartment is $650 at 2604 Pine St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pekin is starting from $785 at Williamsburg Townhouses.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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

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