Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Alton, IL from $600 (16 Rentals)

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Diplomat Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diplomat Apartments

385-407 Kent StEast Alton, IL 62024
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305 Bowman Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

305 Bowman Ave

305 Bowman AveEast Alton, IL 62024
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Olin Building
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olin Building

310-320 Smith AveEast Alton, IL 62024
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Twin Pine Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Pine Estates

3301 Fosterburg RdAlton, IL 62002
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Maple Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Manor

112 Manor CtAlton, IL 62002
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Cherry Hill
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Hill

744 Washington AveAlton, IL 62002
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304-318 N 6th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

304-318 N 6th St

304-318 N 6th StWood River, IL 62095
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1028 5Th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1028 5Th St

1028 5Th StAlton, IL 62002

East Alton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Alton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Alton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Rocwood Apartments priced from $650. ReNew at Alton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $879. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Alton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rocwood Apartments1BR Units1BR,1BA$650
ReNew at AltonFinley1BR,1BA$879
Metro Apartments at Wood RiverSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$950
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,173
Marian Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Alton, IL and Nearby

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Alton area is the $1.80 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Marian Heights in the starting from $1,355. The second greatest value East Alton apartment is the Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... Model at Metro Apartments at Wood River starting at $950 with a $1.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for East Alton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Marian Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
Metro Apartments at Wood RiverSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1.36
Rocwood Apartments1BR Units1BR,1BA$1.05
ReNew at AltonFinley1BR,1BA$1.60
Township Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.73

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Getting Around East Alton, IL

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Alton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Alton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Alton Apartment is $650 at Rocwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Alton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Alton is starting from $850 at Rocwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Alton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Alton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rocwood Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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