
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Granite City, IL from $600 (31 Rentals)
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Rivers Edge Apartments

2940 Myrtle Ave

Georgetown Apartments

2222-2232 Alexander St

1901 State St
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1921 Pontoon Rd

1508 Lindell Blvd

1101 Niedringhaus Ave

2610-2612 Madison Ave

2610 Madison Ave

2033 Delmar Ave

2700 Iowa St
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2324-2328 Washington St

3323-3329 Country Place Ln

3329 Country Place Ln

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2701 Center St

Chouteau Bay Apartments

Cedar Point Apartments

College Hill Apartments

Madison Senior Apartments

412 Madison Avenue

1601 3rd St
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Granite City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Granite City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Granite City Studio Apartments | $700 | $625 | $775 |
| Cheap Granite City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $990 | $895 | $1,100 |
| Cheap Granite City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,044 | $795 | $1,250 |
| Cheap Granite City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $1,170 | $1,545 |
| Cheap Granite City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,385 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Granite City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Granite City, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at College Hill Apartments in the Old North St. Louis neighborhood priced from $850. Metro Apartments at Granite City in the Metro East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Granite City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hill Apartments | Garden Style Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 1BR/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | 2 BR Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Two Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Granite City, IL
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Granite City area is the $1.13 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhouse Model at Cedar Point Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Granite City apartment is the 2 BR Apartment Model at Rivers Edge Apartments starting at $1,085 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Metro East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Granite City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Point Apartments | Three Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Rivers Edge Apartments | 2 BR Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| College Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Metro Apartments at Granite City | 1BR/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Best Local Schools in Granite City, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Granite City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Granite City Apartment is $1,000 at Metro Apartments at Granite City.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Granite City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Granite City is starting from $850 at College Hill Apartments.
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