
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alden, IL from $600 (31 Rentals)
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First Avenue Apartments

Phoenix Street Apartments

Parkside Village-Delavan

Fox Lane

Willow Brooke

Tan Oak Apartments
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Garden Quarter Apartments

Sugar Creek Apartments

Patriot Prairie of Woodstock
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Whispering Pines Apartments

Prairie Landing

Geneva Street Apartments

The Church Street Apartments

Aspire Apartments

10102 N Main St
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532-532 Sugar Creek Rd

330 Leah Ln

Allen Street Apartments

216 E South St

Fawn Ridge Apartments

326 Railroad St

330 Cunat Blvd
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Oak Terrace Apartments

1020 9th St

601 S Jefferson St
Alden, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Studio Apartments | $1,387 | $1,080 | $1,604 |
| Alden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $899 | $2,000 |
| Alden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $677 | $2,255 |
| Alden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $749 | $2,335 |
| Alden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $2,340 | $2,445 |
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Cheapest Available Alden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alden, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Phoenix Street Apartments in the Ellis Farms neighborhood priced from $899. Northfield Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,151. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Northfield Court | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1,151 |
| Fox Lane | 3 Bedroom Upper 50% | 3BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Fawn Ridge Apartments | Valley View | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Willow Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Patriot Prairie of Woodstock | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Geneva Street Apartments | C5-GS | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | C1 GP | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Aspire Apartments | Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alden, IL and Nearby
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alden area is the $1.17 price per square foot Large One Bedroom/Den Model at The Villas At Patriot Estates in the in the Lincoln Hills neighborhood starting from $1,972. The second greatest value Alden apartment is the Duplex Model at Autumn Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $2,265 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Ellis Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villas At Patriot Estates | Large One Bedroom/Den | 1BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartment Homes | Duplex | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| The Ridges of Geneva East | Sandstone | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Geneva Street Apartments | C6-GS | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Church Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Falcon Ridge Apartments | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Aspire Apartments | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Northfield Court | Summit | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Phoenix Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alden Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alden Apartment is $899 at Phoenix Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alden is starting from $1,241 at Northfield Court.
What is the most affordable Alden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fox Lane and starts from $1,201.
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