
Cheap Apartments for Rent near New Salem, IL from $300 (42 Rentals)
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Macomb Rentals

Smith and Royer Apartments

Aspen Court

Hunter Glen Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments

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Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+

New Eastlawn Apartments

1500 N Carolina St

Monroe City Senior Housing 62+

Creekside Park

Meadow View Place

Elm Tree Commons

Koke Mill Apartments
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Cobblestone Place

Ash Grove

Peine Lakes

Jefferson House Senior Living

Vista on the Park

Beardstown Apartments

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

661 N 19th St
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1537 Wilkes Ave

Lexington Concord

Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

201-220 Charleston Blvd

201 Charleston Blvd

208 E Bland St

Morton Street Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats
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322 S Madison St

210 E Bland St

119 N 1st St

601-605 W Orchard St

517 N 14th St

1000 Lakewood Dr

2525 W Monroe St

522 W Murray St
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31 Imperial Valley Dr

820 Eighth St
New Salem, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Salem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Salem Studio Apartments | $602 | $390 | $700 |
| New Salem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $347 | $1,645 |
| New Salem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $408 | $4,500 |
| New Salem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $900 | $2,600 |
| New Salem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $600 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available New Salem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Salem, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $267. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Salem apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $267 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+ | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Creekside Park | 2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Salem, IL and Nearby
As of August 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Salem area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value New Salem apartment is the Apt 101 S Model at Emerson Garden Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.35 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for New Salem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Grove | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Emerson Garden Apartments | Apt 101 S | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Northridge I | Maple | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+ | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Salem Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Salem Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New Salem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Salem is starting from $267 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap New Salem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $296.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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