
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Karnak, IL from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Cornerstone Place

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218 Illinois St

709 S Poplar St
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400 E College St

Lone Oak Villas

705 S Poplar St

317 E Mill St

903 Ranney Ave

606 W College St

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711 S Poplar St
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513 S Ash St

500 S Washington St

510 S Poplar St

136 Court Rd

2301 S Illinois Ave

9487 Noble Ln

213 Nellie Ave

165 N Messmer St
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Karnak, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Karnak?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karnak Studio Apartments | $547 | $450 | $1,514 |
| Karnak 1 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $525 | $2,900 |
| Karnak 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $605 | $3,600 |
| Karnak 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,106 | $650 | $1,556 |
| Karnak 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Karnak Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Karnak, IL is a 4 Beds unit found at Storyboard at SIU priced from $425. Saluki Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Karnak apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storyboard at SIU | 4 x 2 Traditional - Fall 2025- 12 Months | 4BR,2BA | $425 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Jackson House | 1 Bedroom - Jackson House | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Brookside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $849 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Karnak, IL and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Karnak area is the $0.80 price per square foot 5 Bed House Model at Wedgewood Hills in the starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Karnak 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 Karnak apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedgewood Hills | 5 Bed House | 5BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Brookside Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 921 E Grand Ave | 2 Beds, 2.5 baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| Hawks Landing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Storyboard at SIU | 2 x 1 Premium - Fall 2026- 12 Months | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Karnak Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Karnak?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Karnak is at Saluki Apartments listed at $460.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Karnak Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Karnak Apartment is $595 at ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Karnak Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Karnak is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable Karnak Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Karnak Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Storyboard at SIU and starts from $650.
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