
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Girard, IL from $300 (49 Rentals)
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Watch Street

Whispering Pines Apartments

Denison Place

Hunter Glen Apartments

Safe Harbor Properties

Cobblestone Apartments

CARDINAL RIDGE

New Eastlawn Apartments
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Meadow View Landing

Lake Pointe Apartments

Pine Ridge Apartments

Meadow View Place

Ravenwood Townhomes

Capitol Plaza Apartments

Koke Mill Apartments

Smart Choice Park

Candles
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Huntington Ridge Apartments

ReNew at Alton

Orchard Park

Cobblestone Place

Ash Grove

Lincoln Tower Apartments

Hill Meadow Apartments

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

The Hickox Collection
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200 Carroll St

205 North St

Morton Street Apartments

The Apartments at Liberty Rose

Butler Place

1113 Grooms

The Raymond Apartments

616 New St

Pine Woods Apartments
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417 E Cook St

619 S 5th St

205 N North St

1727 E Morgan Ave

928 Sumner St

1304 S Walnut St

524 Chiles St

43 W Lewis St

2523 W Monroe St
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2535 W Monroe St

2831 S 12th St

12 Gettysburg Dr

19 Sonoma Dr
Girard, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Girard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Girard Studio Apartments | $1,109 | $675 | $1,900 |
| Girard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $935 | $347 | $2,400 |
| Girard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $408 | $3,400 |
| Girard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,025 | $2,369 |
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Cheapest Available Girard Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Girard, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Girard apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lake Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Capitol Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $896 |
| Koke Mill Apartments | Two Bedroom (lg) | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Girard, IL and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Girard area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Orchard Park in the starting from $1,515. The second greatest value Girard apartment is the B1 Model at Candles starting at $1,120 with a $1.17 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Girard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Park | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
| Candles | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Koke Mill Apartments | Two Bedroom (lg) | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Meadow View Landing | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.08 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Girard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Girard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Girard Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Girard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Girard is starting from $540 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the most affordable Girard Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Girard Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Candles and starts from $1,122.
Expert Rental Resources
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