
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hamel, IL from $500 (42 Rentals)
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Cedars of Lebanon Apartments

Trinity Park

Edison Ave. Lofts

Emerald Ridge

Bilava Village

Rocwood Apartments

The Residences at Bella Vista
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The Georgetown Apartments

326 E Central St

Windham Chase Apartments

Spanish Lake Townhomes
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Surrey Court Apartments

The Reserve at Spanish Lake

Paddock Village Apartments

ReNew at Alton

Metro Apartments At Bethalto

Metro Apartments at Wood River

Metro Apartments at Granite City

Chouteau Bay Apartments
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806 Center St

1309 Willard St

1311 Willard St

306 E Main St

605 Walnut St. Apartments

Lookaway Heights Apartments

Highland Villas Apartments - 55+ Senior

116 N 14th St
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2951 Hillcrest Ave

116 W Zupan St

712 Connor St

1104 Arrowhead Dr

866 Washington Ave

306 Lampert St

5942 IL-162

913 Gold St
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2016 Salu St

Timber Ridge
Hamel, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamel Studio Apartments | $1,048 | $200 | $1,395 |
| Hamel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $806 | $200 | $1,895 |
| Hamel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,101 | $200 | $2,809 |
| Hamel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $859 | $3,219 |
| Hamel 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $600 | $3,510 |
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Cheapest Available Hamel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamel, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood priced from $200. Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $752 |
| The Georgetown Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 326 E Central St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Windham Chase Apartments | 1 BD/1B | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamel, IL and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamel area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value Hamel apartment is the D1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $885 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Edwardsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Parc at 720 | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| Storyboard on Lancashire | Lancashire B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Flax Meadow Townhomes | Two Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.81 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hamel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hamel is at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments listed at $200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamel Apartment is $200 at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hamel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamel is starting from $200 at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hamel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hamel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadway Place and starts from $859.
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