
Cheap Homes for Rent in Belleville, IL from $700 (21 Rentals)
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9902 W Main St

225 S Church St

522 N 38th St

1806 Jamestown Rd

104 N 27th St

8709 State St
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21 Beth Ann Dr, Unit B

223 N Virginia Ave

21 Gundlach Pl

607 S 11th St

75 Hillside Ln

8204 Church St

2928 Mary Irene St
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1009 Belle Valley Dr

511 Abend St

2609 Joyce Dr

4444 W Washington St

303 Campus Dr, Unit 301

501 S 20th St

1308 Caseyville Ave
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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 | $1,134 | $750 | $2,300 |
| Belleville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,815 | $995 | $4,000 |
| Belleville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,460 | $1,550 | $2,995 |
| Belleville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| 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 Belleville neighborhood priced from $730. Bouse Apartment Homes in the Belleville 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 |
| 1101 S 74th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 722 Abend St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, IL
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $0.91 price per square foot Two Bed One Bath Model at Linwood Apartments in the in the Belleville neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Reside Here Apartments & Rentals starting at $1,195 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Belleville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 1300 W Main St, Unit A | 1300 W Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1400 Sangamon Dr | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 54 Ben Louis Dr | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 53 Hillside Ln, Unit 53 | 53 Hillside Ln | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 719 Caroline St, Unit 719 | 719 Caroline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 2314 Frank Scott Pky W, Unit 2314 frank scott parkway | 2314 Frank Scott Pky W | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Belleville
What type of rentals are currently available in Belleville?
There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in Belleville, IL with pricing that ranges from $386 to $1,889. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Belleville ranging from $700 to $4,000.
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 $700 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,750.
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