
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Pearl, IL from $347 (31 Rentals)
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Godfrey Estates

Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+

New Eastlawn Apartments

1500 N Carolina St

Creekside Apartments

McNair Place Apartments
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Peine Lakes

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Lotts Landing Senior Apartments

Morton Street Apartments

Meadowood Estates II Senior 55+

940 W Delmar Ave

119 N 1st St

902 State St

The Tide
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200 E Maple St

406 S 3rd St

Fox Hill

735 E College Ave

2600 Randolph St

2412 Henderson St

1217 W Centennial Ave
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618 Trojan Dr

818 E 5th St

913 Gold St
Pearl, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pearl?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Studio Apartments | $1,071 | $924 | $1,295 |
| Pearl 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $347 | $2,317 |
| Pearl 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $408 | $3,271 |
| Pearl 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $900 | $2,100 |
| Pearl 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
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Cheapest Available Pearl Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pearl, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Jacksonville Affordable Housing priced from $485. Lotts Landing Senior Apartments in the Macoupin County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pearl apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Lotts Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $560 |
| Laborer's Home Development IV, For Age 62+ | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Creekside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $970 |
| Sunbrook Apartments | Magnolia Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,016 |
| Beardstown Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,146 |
| Casalon Parkway Apartments | 2 Bedroom / Phase 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Savannah Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pearl, IL and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pearl area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Villages at Lake Silvercote in the in the Wentzville neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Pearl apartment is the The Bryant Model at Peine Lakes starting at $1,287 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Wentzville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pearl apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villages at Lake Silvercote | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Peine Lakes | The Bryant | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Thornwood Apartments | Wildrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Casalon Parkway Apartments | 2 Bedroom / Phase 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Creekside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 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 Pearl Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pearl Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pearl Apartment is $485 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pearl Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pearl is starting from $540 at Jacksonville Affordable Housing.
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