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2609 Sierra Dr

18 N 44th St

225 S Church St

104 N 27th St

21 Gundlach Pl
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1339 N County Rd

912 E Adams St

324 N Jackson St

700 W State St

316 W Mill St

418 Donna Dr
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511 Abend St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in New Athens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Athens 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,034 | $800 | $1,200 |
| New Athens 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,884 | $635 | $2,975 |
| New Athens 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,465 | $1,860 | $3,000 |
| New Athens 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available New Athens Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Athens, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cottonwood Village in the East St. Louis neighborhood priced from $695. Brookside Apartments in the Belleville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Athens apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Parsons Place | 2 Bdrm Garden, 885 SqFt, Tax Credit, 40% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $801 |
| Storyboard on Roger | Roger A1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Athens, IL and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Athens area is the $0.95 price per square foot 4Bd Townhouse Deluxe Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value New Athens apartment is the Hayden B1 Model at Storyboard on Hayden starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Metro East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Athens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSB Apartments | 4Bd Townhouse Deluxe | 4BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Storyboard on Lake Christine | Lake Christine B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Storyboard on Rockwood | Rockwood A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in New Athens?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in New Athens, IL with pricing that ranges from $386 to $2,605. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Athens ranging from $635 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Athens?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Athens ranges from $635 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,677.
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