
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Alhambra, IL from $552 (35 Rentals)
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Rocwood Apartments

326 E Central St

Flax Meadow Townhomes

Godfrey Estates

Broadway Place

Cedar Point Apartments

Kingsbury Campus Apartments
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605 Walnut St. Apartments

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Lakewood Estates

523 S Central Ave

1007 W Corbin St

2705 College
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20 Coachlight Trailer Park

144 Victory Dr

1104 Arrowhead Dr

101 Sandridge Dr

307 S Spencer St

519 Lone Robin St

302 Cobb St

1 Coachlight Trailer Park
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523 Lone Robin St

341 Avalon St

176 S Pence St
Alhambra, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alhambra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alhambra Studio Apartments | $775 | $775 | $775 |
| Alhambra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $700 | $2,100 |
| Alhambra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $552 | $2,609 |
| Alhambra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $800 | $2,869 |
| Alhambra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $910 | $3,610 |
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Cheapest Available Alhambra Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alhambra, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Rocwood Apartments in the Wood River neighborhood priced from $700. 326 E Central St in the Bethalto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alhambra apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 326 E Central St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $752 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $800 |
| The Georgetown Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Metro Apartments at Wood River | 1BR/1B Thompson | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 2BR/1B TH | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Storyboard on Lancashire | Lancashire B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Township Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alhambra, IL and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alhambra area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Alhambra apartment is the 3 Bdrm Model at McKay Manor starting at $800 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Clinton County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alhambra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSB Apartments | 3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 1118 E 3rd St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Storyboard on Lancashire | Lancashire B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 2BR/1B TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alhambra Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alhambra Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alhambra Apartment is $700 at Rocwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alhambra Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alhambra is starting from $752 at Broadway Place.
What is the most affordable Alhambra Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alhambra Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKay Manor and starts from $800.
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