
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Gillespie, IL (36 Rentals)


308 Francis Street

614 Broadway St

Whispering Lake Apartments

Spanish Lake Townhomes

Latitude 38

Crossing at Northpointe Apartments

Bilava Village

The Residences at Bella Vista

Greenway Chase
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Godfrey Estates

Trinity Park

205 North St

790 Condit St

412 Wood River Ave

900 Washington Ave

478 Dulaney Ave
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500 E Central St

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Heatherton Estates

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Gillespie, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gillespie?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillespie Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
Gillespie 1 Bedroom Apartments | $672 | $525 | $1,795 |
| Gillespie 2 Bedroom Apartments | $929 | $525 | $2,309 |
| Gillespie 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $750 | $3,589 |
| Gillespie 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $675 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available Gillespie and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gillespie, IL is found at Cedar Point Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood and is 980 square feet priced from $1,050. Spanish Lake Townhomes in the Paddock Forest neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 792 square feet and currently listed start at $750. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Gillespie:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Point Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 980 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 792 Sq Ft | $750 |
| Station on Main | 1-1D | 785 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Marian Heights | 1 Bedroom | 754 Sq Ft | $1,355 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 710 Sq Ft | $775 |
| Metro Apartments At Collinsville | 1BD/1BA Reno | 700 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 1BR/1B | 700 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Whispering Heights | wh.A3 | 691 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
| Greenway Chase | 1 x 1 | 683 Sq Ft | $995 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 679 Sq Ft | $540 |
Cheapest Available Gillespie and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Gillespie, IL is the 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Model starting from $525 at Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood. The second most affordable Gillespie 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Lotts Landing Senior Apartments starting at $560 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Gillespie is currently $672. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Gillespie:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | $525 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $560 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | $700 |
| The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | $700 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | $750 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 1BR 1BA GARDEN | $783 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | $795 |
| Windham Chase | 1 BD/1B | $835 |
| Crossing at Northpointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $875 |
| Greenway Chase | 1 x 1 | $995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Gillespie Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Gillespie Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Gillespie is $672.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Gillespie Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Gillespie is a 980 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at Cedar Point Apartments.
What is the average size for Gillespie 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Gillespie is currently 630 sq ft.
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