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5611 Hallows Ave

East St. LouisIL62204

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St. LouisMO63101

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East Saint Louis, East St. Louis, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Saint Louis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Saint Louis area of St. Louis, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trolley Circle priced from $414. 3010 Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $437. Here are the most affordable East Saint Louis apartments for rent in St. Louis, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$414
3010 Apartments1x11BR,1BA$437
Preservation Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$492
City Parc at Pine Senior LivingstudioStudio,1BA$602
The Towers at Gateway CityStudioStudio,1BA$650
Parsons Place Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$668
Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments*The Cypress1BR,1BA$680
Cottonwood Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Saint Louis, IL

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Saint Louis area is the $0.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East Saint Louis apartment is the 1615 S 9th St Model at 1615 S 9th St, Unit Apt. B starting at $1,050 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Saint Louis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
1615 S 9th St, Unit Apt. B1615 S 9th St1BR,1.5BA$0.95
1 Briargate Lane, Unit Apt. 21 Briargate Lane2BR,1BA$0.95
3441 Missouri Ave, Unit A3441 Missouri Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
3439 Missouri Ave, Unit 3439 A3439 Missouri Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
The Paul Brown Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Collins Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom Large2BR,1BA$1.00
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.60
Preservation Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
3010 Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.97

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East Saint Louis, East Saint Louis, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Saint Louis

What type of rentals are currently available in East Saint Louis?

There are currently 457 Apartments for Rent in East Saint Louis, IL with pricing that ranges from $414 to $8,687. There are also 123 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Saint Louis ranging from $500 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Saint Louis?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Saint Louis ranges from $500 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,530.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Saint Louis?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Saint Louis range from $878 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.