Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL from $400 (27 Rentals)
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Princeton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Princeton Studio Apartments | $690 | $525 | $835 |
Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $675 | $1,585 |
Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $670 | $2,231 |
Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $757 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, IL is a Studio unit found at Willow Knolls Apartments in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood priced from $610. Northland Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $610 |
Northland Park Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Woods + Meadow Apartments | Studio Apartment in North Peoria | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Hollow Hills | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
The Grove Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
The Village on University | Tucker at Village North | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
Nordic Villa Apartments | Loft | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, IL and Nearby
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3BD/3BA Model at Dixon River Apartments in the starting from $910. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the Model Model at 504 S Sweetbriar Dr starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dixon River Apartments | 3BD/3BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
504 S Sweetbriar Dr | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Hollow Hills | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
315 N Main St, Unit 2 | 315 N Main St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Hillcrest Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Brighton Woods | 1Bed1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Northland Park Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Woods + Meadow Apartments | Studio Apartment in North Peoria | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
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Bike Score®
39 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Willow Knolls Apartments listed at $610.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $675 at Willow Knolls Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $750 at Northland Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dixon River Apartments and starts from $910.
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