Apartments for Rent in Bloomington IL
624 Rentals
Bloomington, IL Apartments for Rent
Located in central Illinois, Bloomington combines small-town appeal with city conveniences. As the headquarters of State Farm Insurance and Country Financial, and home to Illinois Wesleyan University, this community of nearly 80,000 residents offers rental options from downtown apartments to suburban homes. Current rental prices range from $879 for studios to $1,458 for three-bedroom homes. The Constitution Trail, stretching 24 miles through the city, connects neighborhoods to parks and provides paths for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities.
The historic McLean County Courthouse and Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts showcase the city's heritage, while Miller Park Zoo and the David Davis Mansion offer year-round attractions. Downtown Bloomington features local shops and restaurants, and sports enthusiasts can watch hockey at Grossinger Motors Arena or play golf at The Den at Fox Creek. With three major interstate connections and the Central Illinois Regional Airport nearby, residents enjoy easy access to major cities. These amenities, combined with reasonable living costs, make Bloomington an appealing choice in central Illinois.
Bloomington, IL Rental Insights
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The average rent in Bloomington, IL is $991 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in Bloomington, IL is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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The cost of living in Bloomington, IL is 1.3% higher than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost more than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Bloomington, IL as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $80,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,124/year for groceries, $13,776 for goods and services, and $27,960/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Bloomington, IL by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 624 Bloomington apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Bloomington, IL has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in Bloomington, IL have access to Illinois Wesleyan University, Illinois State University, Heartland Community College, and Illinois Central, East Peoria.
