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413 W Main St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

413 W Main St

405 S Graham AveCarbondale, IL 62901
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2 Bedroom Apartments

Lone Oak Villas

710 Lone Oak RdPaducah, KY 42003
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Metropolis, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metropolis Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Metropolis, IL is a Studio unit found at Saluki Apartments priced from $420. Storyboard at SIU has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $440. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Metropolis apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saluki ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$420
Storyboard at SIU4 x 2 Traditional - Fall 2026- 12 Months4BR,2BA$440
Campus EdgeStudioStudio,1BA$450
THE QUADS APARTMENTS0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$450
ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$450
Schilling Property Management1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$550
Saint Germain Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$595
Bee Creek Crossing1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$650
The MetropolitanMetropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$735
Jackson House1 Bedroom - Jackson House1BR,1BA$781

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metropolis, IL and Nearby

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metropolis area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments in the starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Metropolis apartment is the Regent Model at Westcreek Villas starting at $1,249 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Metropolis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Place Apartments3 Bedrooms3BR,2BA$1.08
Westcreek VillasRegent2BR,2BA$1.15
900 on ParkTwo Bedroom Furnished2BR,2BA$0.82
The Hill ApartmentsThe Hill 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
Schilling Property Management1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.79
Southside Square Apartments - NOW LEASINGOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The MetropolitanMetropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
Saint Germain Square1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
University Edge ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.40

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Getting Around Metropolis, IL

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metropolis Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metropolis?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metropolis is at Saluki Apartments listed at $420.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metropolis Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metropolis Apartment is $550 at Schilling Property Management.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metropolis Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metropolis is starting from $769 at Storyboard at SIU.

What is the most affordable Metropolis Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Metropolis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Storyboard at SIU and starts from $620.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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