
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montrose, IL from $300 (42 Rentals)
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RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW

Westport Apartments

Arbors at Honey Creek

Coles Crossing Apartments

Arthur Ave Apartments

OldeTowne Apartments

Willow Crossings
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Timber Cove

616 S 6th St

Southern Meadows Senior Living

Springhill Apartments

Decatur Flats Apartments

Capitol Pointe Apartments

THE GROVE AT FARRINGTON

Woodfall Villas
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Winston Terrace

Elmdale Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

Historic Walnut Square

Rider Place

1001 N 9th St

Sugar Creek Crossing

Newton Senior Housing
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1188 E Dawn Dr

626 E Curry Dr

600 S 4th St

1001 E Voorhees St

759 E Lawrence St

801 Grant St

Cougill Senior Apartments

600 Marshall Ave
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720 Walnut St

10065 Main St

1011 S 4th St

2200 S 8th St

332 N French St

2480 E Clayton Dr

830 E Rogers Ave

2460 E Clayton Dr
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509 Charleston Ave

1311 E Garfield Ave
Montrose, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose Studio Apartments | $745 | $690 | $858 |
| Montrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $859 | $413 | $1,220 |
| Montrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $549 | $2,099 |
| Montrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $665 | $2,203 |
| Montrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $430 | $1,720 |
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Cheapest Available Montrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montrose, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Westport Apartments priced from $484. RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $507. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $484 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $507 |
| Arbors at Honey Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $610 |
| Arthur Ave Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $610 |
| The Annex of Terre Haute | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Southern Meadows Senior Living | 1 Bed Apt | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 616 S 6th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $729 |
| THE GROVE AT FARRINGTON | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Timber Cove | The Yawl | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Winston Terrace | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montrose, IL and Nearby
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montrose area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Panther Heights in the starting from $1,380. The second greatest value Montrose apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Decatur Flats Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Montrose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panther Heights | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| Decatur Flats Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Lake Land Living | 3 Bedroom 1 baths | 3BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| Arbors at Honey Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| Royal Heights | Royal Heights 2 Bed w/ Study & 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.38 |
| Winston Terrace | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | Two Bedrooms One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| THE GROVE AT FARRINGTON | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Timber Cove | The Yawl | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Westport Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montrose Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montrose Apartment is $484 at Westport Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montrose is starting from $507 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW.
What is the most affordable Montrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Montrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westport Apartments and starts from $665.
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