
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mount Vernon, IL from $300 (13 Rentals)
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412 Rice St

107 Ralph St

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510 Ellen Dr
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217 Steven St

204 E Dayton St

404 N Carroll St

505 W Main St

901 W Fackney St

205 E St Louis St

16830 IL-37
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606 W College St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mount Vernon?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mount Vernon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $961 | $390 | $2,400 |
Mount Vernon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,681 | $1,250 | $2,100 |
Mount Vernon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,380 | $1,561 | $3,200 |
Mount Vernon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Mount Vernon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mount Vernon, IL is a Studio unit found at Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments priced from $450. McKay Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $548. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mount Vernon apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Come Enjoy Ashburn Court Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $450 |
McKay Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $548 |
Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IL and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mount Vernon area is the $0.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) Model at Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) in the starting from $995. The second greatest value Mount Vernon apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at 2707 Fairway Dr starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mount Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals) | Three Bedroom (1.5 or 2.5 bath) | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
2707 Fairway Dr | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
McKay Manor | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.58 |
Centralia Estates | Unit 43 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.59 |
Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
University Village - Carbondale, IL | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Vernon
What type of rentals are currently available in Mount Vernon?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Mount Vernon, IL with pricing that ranges from $295 to $2,000. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mount Vernon ranging from $390 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mount Vernon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mount Vernon ranges from $390 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,564.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mount Vernon?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mount Vernon range from $900 to $1,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,561 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $295.
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