
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Johnston City, IL from $400 (40 Rentals)
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Storyboard at SIU

Cornerstone Place

Saluki Apartments

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Schilling Property Management

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)
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The Hill Apartments

The Metropolitan

Wedgewood Hills
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Pine Shores Rentals

921 E Grand Ave

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!

Aspen Court Apartments

G&R Rentals

Shawnee Village

Chesterfield Village

Palomino Apartments
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Home Rentals Corporation

413 W Main St

1 C Ln

418 W Webster St

Chesapeake

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion

510 W 5th St

513 S Ash St
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500 S Washington St

301 N 10th St

501 E Reeves St

1902 Old W Main St

428 S Central St

710 W Mill St

209 S Royal St

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Johnston City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnston City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston City Studio Apartments | $605 | $450 | $957 |
| Johnston City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $869 | $525 | $1,899 |
| Johnston City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $625 | $1,594 |
| Johnston City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $650 | $2,300 |
| Johnston City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Johnston City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Johnston City, IL is a Studio unit found at THE QUADS APARTMENTS priced from $500. Schilling Property Management has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Johnston City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Palomino Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Cedar Creek Rentals | Cedar Creek 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnston City, IL and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnston City area is the $0.89 price per square foot 1X1 Model at 2600 Fairway Dr in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Johnston City apartment is the 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnston City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2600 Fairway Dr | 1X1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Cedar Creek Rentals | Cedar Creek 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Reserve at Saluki Pointe | 2X2 By the bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnston City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnston City Apartment is $600 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnston City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnston City is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable Johnston City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnston City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at THE QUADS APARTMENTS and starts from $800.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
