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Mansion House 1
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mansion House 1

300 N 4th StSt. Louis, MO 63102
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Jackson Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Park Apartments

1220 Warren StSt. Louis, MO 63106
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University Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Lofts

1627 Washington AveSt. Louis, MO 63103
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Publicity Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Publicity Flats

1133 Pine StSt. Louis, MO 63101
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Bee Hat Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bee Hat Lofts

1021-1025 Washington AveSt. Louis, MO 63101
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The Crown Downtown
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Crown Downtown

1300 Convention PlzSt. Louis, MO 63103
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The Tower at OPOP
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Tower at OPOP

411 N Eighth StSt. Louis, MO 63101

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Leather Trades
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leather Trades

1600 Locust StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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Marquette Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquette Apartments

300-314 N BroadwaySt. Louis, MO 63102
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Peper Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peper Lofts

701 N 1st StSt. Louis, MO 63102
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Fairmont City, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmont City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairmont City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Preservation Square Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood priced from $492. Downtowner Apartments in the Lafayette Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairmont City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Preservation Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$492
Downtowner ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Collins Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom Small2BR,1BA$785
The Paul Brown Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$806
The Gentrys Landing ApartmentsStudio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$855
The ShelbyPapinStudio,1BA$965
Syndicate BuildingRestricted Income 1BR1BR,2BA$969
Park PacificThe ArgonautStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL and Nearby

As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmont City 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 Fairmont City apartment is the B5 Model at Fashion Square I starting at $1,400 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmont City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Fashion Square IB52BR,1BA$1.10
Pointe 400 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Syndicate BuildingStabdard 1BR1BR,1BA$1.11
The Ely Walker LoftsLarge 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.03
Collins Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom Med3BR,1BA$1.06
The Paul Brown Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Preservation Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
1732 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 17321732 Saint Louis AveStudio ,1BA$1.05
1730 Saint Louis Ave, Unit Bottom Floor1730 Saint Louis Ave1BR,1BA$1.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairmont City, IL

Ranked #437

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Fairmont City, IL

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmont City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairmont City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairmont City is at Downtowner Apartments listed at $775.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairmont City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairmont City Apartment is $492 at Preservation Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairmont City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairmont City is starting from $638 at Preservation Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fairmont City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairmont City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Collins Terrace Apartments and starts from $889.

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