
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dorsey, IL from $500 (42 Rentals)
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River Pointe Apartments

The Residences at Bella Vista

Rocwood Apartments

Godfrey Estates

Broadway Place

Cedar Point Apartments

Whispering Lake Apartments
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Bilava Village

326 E Central St

Brighton Apartments

The Groves Apartments and Townhomes

Spanish Lake Townhomes

DES ARBOLES

Crossing at Northpointe Apartments

Sugar Pines
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Metro Apartments At Bethalto

Metro Apartments at Wood River

Surrey Court Apartments

Hathaway Village

Windham Chase

Paddock Village Apartments

ReNew at Alton

The Reserve at Spanish Lake
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Greenway Chase

Victorian Village

Chouteau Bay Apartments

Parkview

Timber Ridge

Metro Apartments at Granite City

790 Condit St

Lilac Court Apartments
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Lookaway Heights Apartments

900 Washington Ave

1408 Willard St

412 Wood River Ave

Heatherton Estates

766 Wall St

12 Coachlight Trailer Park

3108 Alby St
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217 S Central Ave

507 Porter St
Dorsey, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorsey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsey Studio Apartments | $775 | $775 | $775 |
| Dorsey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $645 | $525 | $2,240 |
| Dorsey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $982 | $625 | $2,659 |
| Dorsey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $859 | $2,649 |
| Dorsey 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $724 | $2,910 |
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Cheapest Available Dorsey Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dorsey, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood priced from $525. River Pointe Apartments in the North Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dorsey apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 1BR 1BA GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brighton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Groves Apartments and Townhomes | Beautiful one bedroom and one bathroom garden a... | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorsey, IL and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorsey area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,455. The second greatest value Dorsey apartment is the B1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $935 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorsey apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Paddock Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Victorian Village | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| River Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorsey Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorsey Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dorsey Apartment is $525 at Trinity Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dorsey Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dorsey is starting from $625 at Trinity Park.
What is the most affordable Dorsey Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dorsey Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rocwood Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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