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Neighborhoods & Cities
Where Illinois State Students Live Off Campus in Normal: 6 Areas Compared
Most off-campus housing near Illinois State sits within a mile of the Quad in Normal, in the older houses and small buildings around Uptown Normal, South Fell Avenue and the streets west of Main Street. Beds in these Illinois State off-campus neighborhoods start at $350 to $465 a month.
October 8, 2026read more →
Budget & Affordability
How Much Does Off-Campus Housing Cost Near Illinois State?
Illinois State off-campus housing cost runs about $465 a month for a bed in a shared house or small apartment building in Normal, the median starting rate across 19 by-the-bed listings on Find My Place in October 2026. Newer student complexes like The Flats at ISU and The Social on Hovey start higher, at $699 to $739 a bed.
October 8, 2026read more →