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21 Beth Ann Dr, Unit B, Unit B

8709 State St

4501 Ammel St, Unit 4501 ammel apt 7

1816 N 16th St

1223 W Main St

20 Kingman Ct
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7013 Edna St

614 W Monroe St

164 Eagle Ridge

409 W Washington St

8204 Church St

4408 W Washington St

4410 W Washington St
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Belleville, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Belleville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belleville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,249 | $925 | $1,850 |
| Belleville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,546 | $995 | $1,900 |
| Belleville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Belleville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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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 $730. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Trolley Circle | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 500 E A St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 722 Abend St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, IL
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $0.72 price per square foot 24 W J St Model at 24 W J St, Unit 24 in the in the Green Mount Manor neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the Shan B2 Model at Storyboard on Shan starting at $1,504 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Metro East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belleville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 W J St, Unit 24 | 24 W J St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| Storyboard on Shan | Shan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 1400 Sangamon Dr | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 54 Ben Louis Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Trolley Circle | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Belleville
What type of rentals are currently available in Belleville?
There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in Belleville, IL with pricing that ranges from $730 to $1,889. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Belleville ranging from $695 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Belleville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Belleville ranges from $695 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,575.
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