Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metro East Neighborhood of O'Fallon, IL from $300 (1,035 Rentals)

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Ansley Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ansley Oaks Apartments

545 Donna DrO'Fallon, IL 62269
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Carol Ann
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carol Ann

686-688 Carol Ann DrO'Fallon, IL 62269
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Regency Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Manor

128 Regency ParkO'Fallon, IL 62269
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Metro East, O'Fallon, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metro East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metro East area of O'Fallon, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trolley Circle priced from $414. The Railton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $418. Here are the most affordable Metro East apartments for rent in O'Fallon, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$414
The Railton ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$418
Coronado Place and TowersThe Scott3BR,1BA$455
Trinity Park1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$525
Fox Grove Management Office2x12BR,1BA$550
The Towers at Gateway CityStudioStudio,1BA$550
Storyboard on 10th10th A11BR,1BA$625
The Regency at Saint LouisStudioStudio,1BA$649

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro East, IL

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metro East area is the $0.32 price per square foot 4427 Athlone Ave Model at 4427 Athlone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the Lewis Place neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Metro East apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Seven Hills Forest Condominiums starting at $1,300 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Calverton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4427 Athlone Ave, Unit 2nd Floor4427 Athlone Ave3BR,1BA$0.32
Seven Hills Forest Condominiums2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$0.54
1017 Westward Trails Dr, Unit 10171017 Westward Trails Dr3BR,1.5BA$0.51
Woodknoll Townhomes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.66
2822 Osage St, Unit A2822 Osage St3BR,1BA$0.68
Parc at 720B12BR,2BA$0.72
Fox Grove Management Office4x24BR,2BA$0.74
336 Christian Ave, Unit 1F336 Christian Ave1BR,1BA$0.77
Coronado Place and TowersThe Platinum2BR,2BA$0.76
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.60

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Metro East, O'Fallon, IL

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metro East Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Metro East?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Metro East is under $649.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Metro East?

The cheapest apartment in Metro East is Trolley Circle which is listed at $414, while the average apartment in Metro East costs $2,976.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Metro East?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 559 regular apartments in Metro East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Metro East?

Cheap apartments in Metro East have an average cost of $558 which is $2,418 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Metro East.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.