Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairmont City, IL from $400 (38 Rentals)

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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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Leather Trades
1 Bedroom Apartments

Leather Trades

1600 Locust StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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Publicity Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Publicity Flats

1133 Pine StSt. Louis, MO 63101
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The Lofts at OPOP
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Lofts at OPOP

911 Locust 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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Marquette Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquette Apartments

300-314 N BroadwaySt. 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 $600. 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$600
Collins Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$644
The New Broadview1a1tG1BR,1BA$709
The Paul Brown Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$806
Roberts Galerie Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Parsons Place Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$851
CitySideDogwood1BR,1BA$900
The Gentrys Landing Apartments1 Bedroom Convertible Unfurnished1BR,1BA$912
The Crown Downtown0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$930

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

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmont City area is the $0.75 price per square foot 1709 Washington Ave Model at 1709 Washington Ave, Unit 703 in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Fairmont City apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $0.80 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.
1709 Washington Ave, Unit 7031709 Washington Ave1BR,1BA$0.75
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Fashion Square IB62BR,1BA$1.06
Pointe 400 ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
Syndicate BuildingStabdard 1BR1BR,1BA$1.11
Preservation Square Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.93
The Ely Walker LoftsLarge 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.03
Storyboard on PinePine B22BR,2BA$1.18
Bee Hat LoftsA3 - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
The Paul Brown Loft Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairmont City, IL

Ranked #7

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 $600.

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 $970.

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