
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Galena, IL from $300 (62 Rentals)
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612 Elk St, Unit 5

15 E Main St

Landsby Ridge

Pine View

Park Meadow Apartments

Prairie View Apartments

Ruxton Apartments

Winmar Townhomes

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Washington Senior Apartments
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Penn Place Apartments

Oak Creek Woods Apartments

Maplewood Glen

Willowbrook Glen

Iowa Mutual Lofts

Union at the Marina

Super 20 Mobile Home Park

201 - 207 West Win Heights

Riverside Apartments and Townhomes

Limestone Hills
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Hawkeye Apartments

ARBOR GLEN APARTMENTS

Eagle Point Townhomes

1182 Locust St

FOX RIDGE ESTATES

Valley Bluff Townhomes

Raven Oaks Apartments

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Cottage Bluff Apartments

The Landings on Cedar Cross

Arrow Ridge
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Applegate II

Tallgrass Townhomes

1820 Radford Rd

Galena Estates

Roosevelt School Apartments

The Birch Street Apartments

512 Breezy Point Dr

2017 Windsor Ave

Kiwanis Manor Apartments

725 Duggan Dr
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120 3rd St NE

247 W 11th St

2519 N 3rd St

1941 Madison St

2060 Whittier St

437 1st Ave

1131 Main St

232 Cardiff St

3090 N Grandview Ave

1330 Locust St
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Galena, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Galena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galena Studio Apartments | $920 | $725 | $1,110 |
| Galena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $650 | $1,595 |
| Galena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $750 | $2,150 |
| Galena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $945 | $1,950 |
| Galena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,573 | $1,873 |
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Cheapest Available Galena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Galena, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Birch Street Apartments priced from $645. 15 E Main St 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 Galena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birch Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| 15 E Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $669 |
| Prairie View Apartments | 32 Unit - Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Washington Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Winmar Townhomes | 1378-b | 2BR,2BA | $750 |
| Penn Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Landsby Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $794 |
| Maplewood Glen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| Prestwick Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Galena, IL and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Galena area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Super 20 Mobile Home Park in the starting from $995. The second greatest value Galena apartment is the 207 - 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 201 - 207 West Win Heights starting at $945 with a $0.94 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Galena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super 20 Mobile Home Park | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 201 - 207 West Win Heights | 207 - 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 15 E Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 1182 Locust St | Apt 4 | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Cottage Bluff Apartments | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Winmar Townhomes | 1378-b | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Landsby Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Eagle Point Townhomes | 2 BR Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Riverside Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bed, One Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Pine View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Galena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Galena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Galena is at Prairie View Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Galena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Galena Apartment is $645 at The Birch Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Galena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Galena is starting from $745 at The Birch Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Galena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Galena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine View and starts from $969.
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