
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, IL from $300 (43 Rentals)
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Alice Place West Burlington

Mayfair Manor

Smith and Royer Apartments

Lexington Concord

Bel Aire Apartments

Aspen Court

MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS
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PARKWAY ESTATES

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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

Westland Village

Green Gable Cottages

Summer Street Apartments

Park Madison Apartments

Caspian Village Apartments

Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way
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Tama Too Apartments

Hawthorne Townhomes

Stonegate Village Apartments

River Oaks Trails

Creekside Park

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Blaul Lofts

Swing's Leisure Apartments
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630 N 6th St

Chateau Apartments

201-220 Charleston Blvd

Williamsburg Apartments

407-407 SW 8th St

607 NE 3rd Ave

12149 DMC Hwy 99

Cotton Mill Apartments
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703 W 5th St

218 1/2 W 7th St

The Burlington Apartments

Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

812 SW 9th St

601-605 W Orchard St

2323-3030 31st Ave

Mediapolis Village
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Elm Haven

116 N 5th St

1609 Indiana St
Kirkwood, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kirkwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood Studio Apartments | $848 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Kirkwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $821 | $510 | $1,425 |
| Kirkwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,037 | $450 | $1,550 |
| Kirkwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,385 | $870 | $1,900 |
| Kirkwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $600 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Kirkwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Mayfair Manor | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summer Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $805 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, IL and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood area is the $1.06 price per square foot Churchill Lofts - 202 Model at Churchill Lofts in the in the Ginger Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Kirkwood apartment is the 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park starting at $1,029 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Lofts | Churchill Lofts - 202 | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS | 3 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| PARKWAY ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| School House Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 205 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirkwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kirkwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kirkwood is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkwood is starting from $450 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the most affordable Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MAPLE PLACE APARTMENTS and starts from $870.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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