
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ava, IL from $400 (39 Rentals)
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Meadow Ridge Townhomes

Campus Edge

Cornerstone Place

Saluki Apartments

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)

Schilling Property Management
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University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments

Saint Germain Square

Brookside Apartments

G&R Rentals

Wedgewood Hills

The Metropolitan

Pine Shores Rentals

921 E Grand Ave

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!
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Aspen Court Apartments

Shawnee Village

Palomino Apartments

Home Rentals Corporation

413 W Main St

802 S Emma St

709 S Poplar St

111 Ralph St

400 E College St
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317 E Mill St

705 S Poplar St

606 W College St

801 E Stotlar St

50 Orchard Dr

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion

711 S Poplar St

513 S Ash St

500 S Washington St
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606 W Cherry St

716 S Forest Ave

1009 Briarwood Rd
Ava, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ava?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ava Studio Apartments | $479 | $440 | $625 |
| Ava 1 Bedroom Apartments | $712 | $200 | $1,207 |
| Ava 2 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $625 | $1,450 |
| Ava 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $750 | $2,300 |
| Ava 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Ava Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ava, IL is a Studio unit found at Campus Edge priced from $440. Saluki Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ava apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $440 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Perryville Senior Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ava, IL and Nearby
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ava area is the $0.80 price per square foot 5 Bed House Model at Wedgewood Hills in the starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Ava apartment is the Black Diamond C2 Model at Storyboard on Black Diamond starting at $2,300 with a $1.05 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ava apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedgewood Hills | 5 Bed House | 5BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Storyboard on Black Diamond | Black Diamond C2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Cape Trails | 2Bd. 2Bt. (975sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| 921 E Grand Ave | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Storyboard at SIU | 2 x 1 Premium - Fall 2026- 12 Months | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ava Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ava?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ava is at Campus Edge listed at $440.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ava Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ava Apartment is $595 at ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ava Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ava is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable Ava Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ava Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at THE QUADS APARTMENTS and starts from $800.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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