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2604 Eastview Dr

BellevilleIL62221
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135 Arapaho Drive
3 Bedroom Apartments

135 Arapaho Drive

135 Arapaho DrBelleville, IL 62220
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Brookside on Main
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookside on Main

3908 W Main StBelleville, IL 62226
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109 N 74th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

109 N 74th St

109 N 74th StBelleville, IL 62223
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Erna Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Erna Apartments

4220 Erna StBelleville, IL 62226
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Express Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Express Apartments

1119 Express DrBelleville, IL 62223
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601-605 N Charles St
1 Bedroom Apartments

601-605 N Charles St

601-605 N Charles StBelleville, IL 62220
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Shiloh Yorkshire
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shiloh Yorkshire

2 Yorkshire LnBelleville, IL 62221
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Cheapest Available Belleville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belleville, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside Apartments in the Sullivan Manors neighborhood priced from $795. Bouse Apartment Homes in the Metro East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belleville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brookside Apartments1 Bedroom Updated Main Street1BR,1BA$795
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$845
1101 S 74th St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$850
722 Abend St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$895
Ben Louis Apartments2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$925
500 E A St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
The Oaks of Dutch Hollow5819 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Green Door ApartmentsSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, IL

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Reside Here Apartments & Rentals in the in the Willow Walk neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the 8 N Indiana Ave Model at 8 N Indiana Ave, Unit 8 starting at $1,399 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Green Mount Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belleville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Reside Here Apartments & Rentals2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.09
8 N Indiana Ave, Unit 88 N Indiana Ave3BR,1BA$1.27
Linwood ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Lake Christine Village ApartmentsThe Scott - Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.12
Storyboard on Park TerracePark Terrace A21BR,1BA$1.22
1400 Sangamon Dr2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.15
54 Ben Louis Dr2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Green Door ApartmentsSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...2BR,1BA$1.22
Ben Louis Apartments2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.12
3201 Roland Ave, Unit 32013201 Roland Ave2BR,1BA$1.12

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Belleville Overview

Belleville, IL is a medium-sized city located in Southern Illinois. The nearest big city isn’t Chicago, but rather St. Louis, Missouri, which is only a 30-minute drive away. Many people commute to work there, but love the small town feel of Belleville that’s been around since 1814. A historically beautiful city that is the perfect spot to find your ideal Belleville apartments. 

Why live in Belleville, IL?

There are many reasons to choose a lifestyle in Belleville, IL. With a population of around 44,000, this city is attractive to families and singles alike. There are many recreational bike trails around town that are fun to explore. The overall vibe is small town, but with big city appeal since St. Louis is so close by. The town also has lots of events year round that center near their historic district. A feeling of community and goodwill is evident in the residents who live here. It's truly a great place to raise a family with schools that are top-notch. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belleville Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belleville Apartment is $795 at Brookside on Freedom.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Belleville is starting from $925 at Ben Louis Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

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Finding the right neighborhood to rent near your St. Louis college or university isn’t just about convenience.

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St. Louis is a historic city of neighborhoods — nearly 80 of them — each with its own personality, rhythm, and everyday comforts.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.