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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,299
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5d+ ago
Decatur Central Business District apartment for rent in Decatur
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
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165 S East Ave #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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Available Feb 20
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Sep 30
6h ago
GM Square house for rent in Decatur
1908 N Union St #NA, Decatur, IL 62526
Air conditioning | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$899
House for rent
Available Apr 13
6h ago
Near Westside house for rent in Decatur
927 W North St, Decatur, IL 62522
2 beds
1 bath
$930
House for rent
Available May 14
6h ago
GM Square house for rent in Decatur
1908 N Union St, Decatur, IL 62526
2 beds
1 bath
$899
House for rent
Available May 14
6h ago
Southmoreland house for rent in Decatur
801 E Cantrell Heights St, Decatur, IL 62521
3 beds
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available May 14
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12h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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15h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$835
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Air Conditioning
Garage Parking
Assigned Parking
Outdoor Space
16h ago
Camelot house for rent in Decatur
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,400
House for rent
16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$845
House for rent
Available May 14
18h ago
3707 N Northhaven Ct, Decatur, IL 62526
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$830–$945
Apartment for rent
19h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$985
Apartment for rent
1d ago
NUA house for rent in Decatur
3 beds
1 bath
$1,050
House for rent
Available May 20
1d ago
Martin Luther King house for rent in Decatur
415 E Division St, Decatur, IL 62526
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,100
House for rent
Available May 12
1d ago
NUA house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$745
House for rent
2d ago
South Shores house for rent in Decatur
9 Glenview Dr #1, Decatur, IL 62521
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,495
House for rent
Available May 18
3d ago
1–5 beds
1 bath
$540–$1,950
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Bayshore condo for rent in Decatur
2634 S Forrest Green Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,750
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
4d ago
Near Westside apartment for rent in Decatur
848 W William St #848, Decatur, IL 62522
Air conditioning | Central heat | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,100
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
602 E Decatur St, Decatur, IL 62521
5 beds
1 bath
$1,350
House for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
1337 N Maple Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
3 beds
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$600–$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Near Westside apartment for rent in Decatur
464 W Prairie Ave #4, Decatur, IL 62522
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
Available May 11
5d+ ago
West End apartment for rent in Decatur
111 S Elder Ln, Decatur, IL 62522
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 29
5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$805
House for rent
Available May 14
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
House for rent
Available May 14
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$862
House for rent
Available May 14
5d+ ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$815
House for rent
5d+ ago
Fans Field house for rent in Decatur
1729 N Woodford St, Decatur, IL 62526
2 beds
1 bath
$825
$775
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 17
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southmoreland house for rent in Decatur
10 Eastmoreland Pl, Decatur, IL 62521
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
5 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
Available May 7
5d+ ago
NUA house for rent in Decatur
935 W Marietta St, Decatur, IL 62522
2 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available May 7
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
3 beds
1 bath
$750
$695
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jan 8
5d+ ago
Nelson Park - Lyons Park house for rent in Decatur
751 S Miller Ct #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
House for rent
Available May 10
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$925
House for rent
Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
Fairlawn house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
$950
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Clokey Park house for rent in Decatur
328 N 18th St, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
Nelson Park - Lyons Park house for rent in Decatur
1718 E Cantrell St #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
Garage parking | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$1,000
House for rent
Available Apr 30
5d+ ago
Bayview house for rent in Decatur
4318 E Cantrell St #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available May 7
5d+ ago
Southmoreland house for rent in Decatur
2032 E N St #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$900
House for rent
Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
1237 E Johns Ave, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available Apr 24
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
1305 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$875
$800
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 17
5d+ ago
Fans Field house for rent in Decatur
1544 E Hickory St #NA, Decatur, IL 62526
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$975
House for rent
Available Apr 23
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
803 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521
3 beds
1 bath
$935
House for rent
Available Apr 20
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
1455 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$915
House for rent
Available Apr 20
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
1245 Sedgwick St #NA, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available Apr 14
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Decatur, IL, often feels like a place where everyone knows each other. Many residents enjoy the affordability of housing and the range of recreational activities, particularly those centered around the area's parks and lakes. The local arts scene and community events draw appreciation, while access to amenities like grocery stores and restaurants adds convenience. However, some people express concerns about the high unemployment rate and the perception of safety in certain neighborhoods, which can overshadow the positives for renters considering a move here.
Decatur's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $650 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $850 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's rental inventory.
Rents in Decatur, IL are on the rise, with an average increase of about 7% across all rental sizes and types. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents have increased by 9%, and 2-bedroom rents have grown by 10%.
April offers the lowest rental prices in Decatur, while December provides the least competition among renters. November sees the highest rents with approximately an 11% difference between peak and off-peak pricing, making spring and late fall the most favorable times for apartment hunting.
Grant Park stands out as Decatur's most sought-after neighborhood, generating nearly 1.7 times more consumer interest than the market average with one-bedroom apartments at around $780 monthly. Near Westside offers similar pricing while providing strong social connectivity and high walk scores for community engagement.
Near Westside offers the most affordable options in Decatur with median rent around $700, providing budget-conscious renters with both affordability and strong community amenities. West End presents another option with median rent around $860, though at a higher price point than Near Westside.
Decatur welcomes pet owners with 41% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Old King's Orchard, South Shores, The Elms, and Hess Park provide the best options for pets, featuring dedicated grooming services, spacious pet areas, and policies allowing pets without restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Decatur rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings. One-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments each show utilities included in approximately 2-3% of available units, making separate utility payments the standard expectation.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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