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226 Locust St

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Hamilton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamilton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hamilton Studio Apartments | $914 | $390 | $1,200 |
Hamilton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $833 | $510 | $1,275 |
Hamilton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $300 | $1,700 |
Hamilton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $340 | $1,900 |
Hamilton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $600 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Hamilton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton, IL is a Studio unit found at Macomb Rentals priced from $390. Mayfair Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 59 | 2BR,1BA | $595 |
Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, IL and Nearby
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton 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 Hamilton apartment is the Unit 81 Model at Fairfield Estates starting at $1,057 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton 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 |
Fairfield Estates | Unit 81 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
River Oaks Trails | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Mediapolis Village | Unit 41 | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 210 | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Washington Apartments | The Harmon | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
Louden Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Getting Around Hamilton, IL
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hamilton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hamilton is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamilton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamilton Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hamilton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamilton is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the most affordable Hamilton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hamilton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Louden Lofts and starts from $845.
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