
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Donnellson, IL from $552 (38 Rentals)
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Rocwood Apartments

326 E Central St

Flax Meadow Townhomes

Godfrey Estates

Capitol Pointe Apartments

Broadway Place

Cedar Point Apartments

Kingsbury Campus Apartments
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The Raymond Apartments

507 N 1st St

Surrey Court Apartments

ReNew at Alton

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Cedars of Lebanon Apartments

206 6th St

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

Emerald Ridge

205 N North St

605 Walnut St. Apartments

Highland Villas Apartments - 55+ Senior

Lakewood Estates

1007 W Corbin St
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2705 College

20 Coachlight Trailer Park

144 Victory Dr

136 Illinois St

307 S Spencer St

519 Lone Robin St

1 Coachlight Trailer Park

310 Picker Ave

523 Lone Robin St
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11 W Perry St

341 Avalon 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 | $775 | $775 | $775 |
| Donnellson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $700 | $2,240 |
| Donnellson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $552 | $2,839 |
| Donnellson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $859 | $2,869 |
| Donnellson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $809 | $3,206 |
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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 in the Macoupin County neighborhood priced from $560. 326 E Central St in the Bethalto neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. 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 |
| 326 E Central St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR, 1BA | $752 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $775 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR, 2BA | $800 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $970 |
| Metro Apartments at Wood River | 1BR/1B Thompson | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
| Metro Apartments At Bethalto | 1 BR/1B RSS Upgraded | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Donnellson, IL and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Donnellson area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4 Bd Townhouse Model at BSB Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Donnellson apartment is the 3 Bdrm Model at McKay Manor in the Clinton County neighborhood starting at $800 with a $0.63 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSB Apartments | 4 Bd Townhouse | 4BR, 2BA | $0.92 |
| McKay Manor | 3 Bdrm | 3BR, 2BA | $0.63 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR, 2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.17 |
| 1118 E 3rd St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| The Raymond Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
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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 $752 at Broadway Place.
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 $800.
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