
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alexander, IL from $300 (59 Rentals)
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Watch Street

Whispering Pines Apartments

Hunter Glen Apartments

Denison Place

Safe Harbor Properties

Cobblestone Apartments

The District Apartment Homes

106 S 4th St

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Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+

New Eastlawn Apartments

Lake Pointe Apartments

Meadow View Landing

Pine Ridge Apartments

Ravenwood Townhomes

Meadow View Place

Capitol Plaza Apartments

Koke Mill Apartments

The Boulevard Townhomes
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Smart Choice Park

310 Dickinson

Candles

Huntington Ridge Apartments

400-424 S. Durkin Dr.

Ash Grove

Cobblestone Place

Orchard Park

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Hill Meadow Apartments
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Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

The Hickox Collection

Morton Street Apartments

The Apartments at Liberty Rose

612 W Carpenter St

616 New St

216 E Elm St

Butler Place

The Raymond Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments
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417 E Cook St

619 S 5th St

2119 Saratoga Dr

229 W Allen St

21 Amos Valley Dr

1304 S Walnut St

47 Imperial Valley Dr

20 Lovell Valley Dr

2523 W Monroe St

2535 W Monroe St
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Alexander, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alexander?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $675 | $1,900 |
| Alexander 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $347 | $2,400 |
| Alexander 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $408 | $3,400 |
| Alexander 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,025 | $2,110 |
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Cheapest Available Alexander Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alexander, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alexander apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+ | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lake Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexander, IL and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexander area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Alexander apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South Model at Orchard Park starting at $1,050 with a $1.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexander apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Orchard Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Candles | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 1st Floor Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alexander Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexander Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alexander Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alexander Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alexander is starting from $540 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Alexander Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alexander Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Candles and starts from $1,117.
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