
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Donnellson, IL from $400 (42 Rentals)
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McKay Manor

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Rocwood Apartments

326 E Central St

Flax Meadow Townhomes

Godfrey Estates

Capitol Pointe Apartments
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Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

205 North St

1309 Willard St

1311 Willard St

306 E Main St
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Lakewood Estates

116 N 14th St

303 Cedar St

3003 Main St

2951 Hillcrest Ave

116 W Zupan St
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319 W Corbin St

712 Connor St

114 Pine St

450 Hamilton Ave

346 Virginia Ave

205 N North St

306 Lampert St

5942 IL-162
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511 E Beckemeyer Ave

2016 Salu St
Donnellson, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Donnellson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donnellson Studio Apartments | $728 | $200 | $1,165 |
| Donnellson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $200 | $1,895 |
| Donnellson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $200 | $2,799 |
| Donnellson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $730 | $2,839 |
| Donnellson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,434 | $600 | $3,610 |
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Cheapest Available Donnellson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Donnellson, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood priced from $200. McKay Manor in the Clinton County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $486. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Donnellson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| 326 E Central St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $752 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IL and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donnellson area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 1118 E 3rd St in the in the O'Fallon neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Donnellson apartment is the Lancashire B1 Model at Storyboard on Lancashire starting at $1,250 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Edwardsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Donnellson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1118 E 3rd St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Storyboard on Lancashire | Lancashire B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Donnellson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Donnellson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Donnellson Apartment is $200 at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Donnellson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Donnellson is starting from $200 at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments.
What is the most affordable Donnellson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Donnellson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at McKay Manor and starts from $587.
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