
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alma, IL from $500 (30 Rentals)
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Flax Meadow Townhomes

215 anderson lane A

Bouse Apartment Homes

Chesterfield Village

Shiloh Commons Holdings
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Green Door Apartments

Storyboard on Rockwood

Westmont Apartments

Rome Meadows - 62yrs. and over or handicapped

Brookside Manor

909 Fairland St

115 N Cherry St
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202 S Bess Ave

205 North St

715 White Oak Dr

4203 Keener Dr

105 S County Rd

106 High St
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51 Pepperwood Ct

451 E Vandalia

208 Eagle Ridge
Alma, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alma Studio Apartments | $868 | $635 | $1,304 |
Alma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $750 | $2,104 |
Alma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $680 | $3,550 |
Alma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $800 | $2,890 |
Alma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $876 | $759 | $1,249 |
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Cheapest Available Alma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alma, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at McKay Manor priced from $524. Centralia Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $808. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alma apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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McKay Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $524 |
Centralia Estates | Unit 78 | 3BR,2BA | $808 |
215 anderson lane A | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Parkview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Shiloh Commons Holdings | A2 1Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Green Door Apartments | “Two Ways to Save—You Choose!” $1,000 Move-In ... | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Westmont Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alma, IL and Nearby
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alma area is the $1.13 price per square foot Hayden B1 Model at Storyboard on Hayden in the in the Timberbrook neighborhood starting from $1,410. The second greatest value Alma apartment is the Unit 48 Model at Centralia Estates starting at $1,249 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
Centralia Estates | Unit 48 | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Brookside Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Townhomes on Luan Drive | 2BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
215 anderson lane A | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
McKay Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.53 |
Parkview | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Winchester Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Loft 895 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Getting Around Alma, IL
Walk Score®
17 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alma Apartment is $825 at 215 anderson lane A.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alma is starting from $524 at McKay Manor.
What is the most affordable Alma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Centralia Estates and starts from $808.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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