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Alton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alton, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Surrey Court Apartments priced from $950. Township Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,173. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Surrey Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$950
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,173
Marian Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL and Nearby

As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $0.83 price per square foot 1028 E 5th St Model at 1028 E 5th St, Unit 1-2 in the starting from $825. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the 512 Henry St Model at 512 Henry St starting at $850 with a $0.92 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.
1028 E 5th St, Unit 1-21028 E 5th St2BR,1BA$0.83
512 Henry St512 Henry St1BR,1BA$0.92
Surrey Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.10
Marian Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alton

What type of rentals are currently available in Alton?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $1,735. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alton ranging from $700 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alton ranges from $700 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,321.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Alton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alton range from $1,022 to $1,735, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $1,795. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,132.

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