
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Golden, IL from $300 (30 Rentals)
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Jacksonville Affordable Housing

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

Smith and Royer Apartments
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209 Chandler Blvd

525 S Lafayette St

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203 Charleston Blvd

201 Charleston Blvd

218 Charleston Blvd

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Golden, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Golden?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Golden Studio Apartments | $899 | $390 | $1,200 |
Golden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $815 | $331 | $1,300 |
Golden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,005 | $300 | $1,700 |
Golden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,321 | $340 | $1,900 |
Golden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $600 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Golden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Golden, IL is a 3 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $340. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Golden apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $340 |
Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $462 |
Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Morton Street Apartments | 1 bed one bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
1500 N Carolina St | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $700 |
Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable - Memorial Park Rd | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Golden, IL and Nearby
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Golden area is the $1.08 price per square foot Three Beds Two Baths Model at Emerson Garden Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Golden apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments starting at $340 with a $0.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Golden apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Emerson Garden Apartments | Three Beds Two Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.30 |
River Oaks Trails | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
1500 N Carolina St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 210 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
PARKWAY ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Getting Around Golden, IL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Golden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Golden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Golden is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Golden Apartment is $462 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Golden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Golden is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the most affordable Golden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Golden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $340.
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