
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Butler, IL from $400 (47 Rentals)
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Whispering Pines Apartments

Capitol Pointe Apartments

Denison Place

Hunter Glen Apartments

Rocwood Apartments

Flax Meadow Townhomes

Godfrey Estates

Broadway Place
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Kingsbury Campus Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

Lake Pointe Apartments

Meadow View Landing

Pine Ridge Apartments

326 E Central St

Ravenwood Townhomes

Metro Apartments At Bethalto

Metro Apartments at Wood River
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Candles

Huntington Ridge Apartments

ReNew at Alton

Orchard Park

Ash Grove

Cobblestone Place

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

200 Carroll St

205 North St
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790 Condit St

919 Mulberry St

605 Walnut St. Apartments

Highland Villas Apartments - 55+ Senior

900 Washington Ave

1408 Willard St

412 Wood River Ave

913 N Taylorville Blvd

1113 Grooms
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Butler Place

The Raymond Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

766 Wall St

205 N North St

12 Coachlight Trailer Park

524 Chiles St

928 Sumner St

43 W Lewis St
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203 Livergood St

507 Porter St
Butler, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Butler?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Studio Apartments | $675 | $675 | $675 |
| Butler 1 Bedroom Apartments | $984 | $475 | $2,240 |
| Butler 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $650 | $2,669 |
| Butler 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $730 | $2,649 |
| Butler 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $724 | $2,910 |
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Cheapest Available Butler Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Butler, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at McKay Manor priced from $475. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Butler apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKay Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Meadow View Landing | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Lake Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Butler, IL and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Butler area is the $0.75 price per square foot B1 Model at Parc at 720 in the in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood starting from $935. The second greatest value Butler apartment is the Lancashire B1 Model at Storyboard on Lancashire starting at $1,250 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Butler apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Storyboard on Lancashire | Lancashire B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Butler Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Butler Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Butler Apartment is $475 at McKay Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Butler Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Butler is starting from $715 at Flax Meadow Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Butler Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Butler Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKay Manor and starts from $730.
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