
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Makanda, IL from $400 (50 Rentals)
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Storyboard at SIU

Cornerstone Place

ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Saluki Apartments

The Metropolitan

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Schilling Property Management

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)
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University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments

Saint Germain Square

Brookside Apartments

Lake Logan Apartments

Wedgewood Hills

G&R Rentals

The District at Cape

Pine Shores Rentals

921 E Grand Ave

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!
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Aspen Court Apartments

Shawnee Village

Palomino Apartments

The Hill Apartments

Storyboard on Black Diamond

Grand Place Apartments

Mountain Valley Properties -Carbondale

Home Rentals Corporation

413 W Main St

709 S Poplar St
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100 Parkview Ln

317 E Mill St

700 N Carico St

50 Orchard Dr

711 S Poplar St

2106 W Woodriver Dr

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion

500 S Washington St

513 S Ash St

43 Chelsea Ln
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1009 Briarwood Rd

103 N Russell St

710 W Mill St

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136 Court Rd

3 Briarwood Rd

1217 N 9th St

510 S Poplar St

12357 Angel Ln

313 E College St
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Makanda, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Makanda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makanda Studio Apartments | $473 | $450 | $625 |
| Makanda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $879 | $525 | $1,575 |
| Makanda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $625 | $1,605 |
| Makanda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $650 | $2,300 |
| Makanda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,214 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Makanda Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Makanda, IL is a Studio unit found at Campus Edge priced from $450. ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Makanda apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| The District at Cape | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Makanda, IL and Nearby
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Makanda area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at 2707 Fairway Dr in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Makanda 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 Makanda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2707 Fairway Dr | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 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 |
| Cape Trails | 2Bd. 2Bt. (975sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Storyboard on Black Diamond | Black Diamond A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 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 Makanda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Makanda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Makanda is at Campus Edge listed at $450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Makanda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Makanda Apartment is $600 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Makanda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Makanda is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable Makanda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Makanda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at THE QUADS APARTMENTS and starts from $800.
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