Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL from $500 (25 Rentals)

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Cherry Hill
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Hill

744 Washington AveAlton, IL 62002
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Twin Pine Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Pine Estates

3301 Fosterburg RdAlton, IL 62002
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Maple Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Manor

112 Manor CtAlton, IL 62002
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Cedar Lodge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Lodge

824 Washington AveAlton, IL 62002
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Diplomat Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diplomat Apartments

385-407 Kent StEast Alton, IL 62024
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Alton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew at Alton priced from $849. Surrey Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ReNew at AltonFinley1BR,1BA$849
Surrey Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$900
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,173

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Surrey Court Apartments in the starting from $900. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Marian Heights starting at $1,355 with a $1.80 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Surrey Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Marian Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
ReNew at AltonFinley1BR,1BA$1.54
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.73

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Getting Around Alton, IL

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50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alton Apartment is $849 at ReNew at Alton.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alton is starting from $900 at Surrey Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Alton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ReNew at Alton and starts from $1,494.

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