
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IL from $300 (38 Rentals)
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326 E Central St

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790 Condit St

117 W Birch St

205 North St

919 Mulberry St

605 Walnut St. Apartments

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1408 Willard St

900 8th St

913 N Taylorville Blvd
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The Raymond Apartments

5225 Chain of Rocks Rd

208 W Thomas St

120 Lakeside Ave

2418 Sanford Ave

205 N North St

1104 Arrowhead Dr

928 Sumner St

524 Chiles St
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814 White Oak Dr

11 W Perry 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 | $1,057 | $775 | $1,340 |
| Donnellson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $483 | $2,240 |
| Donnellson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $362 | $2,795 |
| Donnellson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $583 | $2,649 |
| Donnellson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,190 | $714 | $2,910 |
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Cheapest Available Donnellson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Donnellson, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lotts Landing Senior Apartments priced from $560. McKay Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $583. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Donnellson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $583 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Lakewood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 1BR/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IL and Nearby
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donnellson area is the $0.46 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Model at McKay Manor in the starting from $583. The second greatest value Donnellson apartment is the Hayden B1 Model at Storyboard on Hayden starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Metro East 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Parkview | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lakewood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Kingsbury Campus Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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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 $560 at Lotts Landing Senior 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 $715 at Flax Meadow Townhomes.
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 $583.
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