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Apartments for Rent in Decatur, IL

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801 Cantrell Heights St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southmoreland house for rent in Decatur

801 Cantrell Heights St, Decatur, IL 62521

In-unit laundry | On-site management | Package service

3 beds

1 bath

$1,340

853 N College St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Old King's Orchard house for rent in Decatur

853 N College St, Decatur, IL 62522

On-site management | Package service

3 beds

1 bath

$1,340

117 S Elder Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West End apartment for rent in Decatur

117 S Elder Ln, Decatur, IL 62522

2 beds

1 bath

$950

64 Whippoorwill Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Medlock house for rent in Decatur

64 Whippoorwill Dr

64 Whippoorwill Dr, Decatur, IL 62526

Garage parking | Balcony | Fireplace

3 beds

1 bath

$1,450

1073 W Packard St #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

NUA house for rent in Decatur

Decatur Home with Hardwood Floors and Full Basement. $2,200 Down

1073 W Packard St #NA, Decatur, IL 62522

Garage parking | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

2 baths

$950

1441 W Wood St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West End apartment for rent in Decatur

3BR/1.0BA

1441 W Wood St, Decatur, IL 62522

Oven

3 beds

1 bath

$950

1923 N Church St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

GM Square house for rent in Decatur

812 E Cantrell St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

SIA house for rent in Decatur

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117 S Elder Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West End apartment for rent in Decatur

117 S Elder Ln, Decatur, IL 62522

2 beds

1 bath

$950

1303 E Whitmer St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

SIA house for rent in Decatur

1303 E Whitmer St, Decatur, IL 62521

Storage | Deck | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$850

1637 W Cushing St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Ravina Park house for rent in Decatur

3 beds

1 bath

$450

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442 W Green St #GREEN - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Old King's Orchard house for rent in Decatur

2 beds

1 bath

$850

327 E Stuart Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Martin Luther King house for rent in Decatur

515 S Boyd St #BOYD - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Lincoln Park house for rent in Decatur

2 beds

1 bath

$800

223 S Edward St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Near Westside apartment for rent in Decatur

223 South Edward Street - 1

223 S Edward St #1, Decatur, IL 62522

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,350

111 S Elder Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

West End apartment for rent in Decatur

111 S Elder Ln, Decatur, IL 62522

2 beds

1 bath

$950

1755 N Monroe St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

NE house for rent in Decatur

3 beds

1 bath

$800

2271 E Hickory St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Grant Park house for rent in Decatur

2 beds

1 bath

$350

1779 E Hickory St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fans Field house for rent in Decatur

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1096 W Green St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

NUA house for rent in Decatur

2 beds

1 bath

$750

440 W Sawyer St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

GM Square house for rent in Decatur

440 W Sawyer St, Decatur, IL 62526

Air conditioning | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$800

2d ago

8.5

Very good

1052 West Main Street

1052 W Main St, Decatur, IL 62522

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$650–$725

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Updated: September 28, 2026

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Decatur, IL apartments for rent

Renting in Decatur, IL at a glance

As of today, Decatur's median rent price is $895 per month, which is up 5%, or $45, compared to last year.

Median rent

$895

YoY change

+5%

+$45/mo

Rentals, last 30 days

74

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$895+5%
1 bedroom$750N/A
2 bedroom$875+3%
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Local insights: What it's like to live in Decatur, IL

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.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the average rent in Decatur, IL for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Decatur average around $690/month and two-bedrooms approximately $880/month.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Decatur, IL?

December and April offer the best rental deals in Decatur, with April seeing the lowest rents of the year. November commands the highest prices, running roughly 11% above April rates.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Decatur, IL?

Near Westside leads for walkability and social connectivity, while Windsor Village, Camelot, and Mound Park appeal to environmentally conscious renters with rainwater harvesting and community solar projects. Grant Park generates the highest consumer interest at nearly 1.7 times the market average.

What areas of Decatur, IL are best for budget-conscious renters?

West End offers the most affordable option with one-bedroom apartments at around $580/month, running 18% below the city median.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Decatur, IL?

Based on Zumper's current listings, roughly 39% of Decatur rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 57 pet-friendly apartments each month across the city's average inventory of 147 units.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Decatur, IL?

In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Decatur, showing up in just 0.01% of units, with one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms each at 0.02%.

Methodology: How we got this data

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 2026 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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