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Cheapest Available Russell Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Russell, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodstone Village Apartments in the Cypress Park neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Vista At Creekside in the Strawberry Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,219. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Russell apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodstone Village Apartments1x1 6951BR,1BA$1,200
The Vista At Creekside2x22BR,2BA$1,219
Southcrest ApartmentsSCA 8615-8 MID AUGUST 20261BR,1BA$1,250
Country Chalet Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,270
Willow Wind1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell, IL and Nearby

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Russell area is the $1.42 price per square foot Larkspur Model at Cobblestone Creek in the in the Strawberry Creek neighborhood starting from $1,887. The second greatest value Russell apartment is the Two Bedroom Lower Model at Courtyard Junction Apartments starting at $1,745 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Strawberry Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cobblestone CreekLarkspur2BR,2.5BA$1.42
Courtyard Junction ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Lower2BR,2BA$1.54
The Vista At Creekside2x22BR,2BA$1.09
Hidden OakHawthorne2BR,2BA$1.62
Park Trail Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.62
Kenosha Uptown Lofts2X12BR,1BA$1.55
Southcrest ApartmentsPTA 3007-42BR,1BA$1.61
WestchesterTwo Bed One Bath 865 sqft2BR,1BA$1.68
Windsong Village2 Bed 1 Bath (2B1B)2BR,1BA$1.67
Country Chalet Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Russell

What type of rentals are currently available in Russell?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Russell, IL with pricing that ranges from $756 to $3,935. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Russell ranging from $850 to $6,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Russell?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Russell ranges from $850 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,108.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Russell?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Russell range from $1,650 to $3,935, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,299. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,275.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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