
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL from $400 (66 Rentals)
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Bradford Place & Ansley Oaks Apartments

1730 Saint Louis Ave, Unit Bottom Floor

Willow Park Apartments

Cottonwood Village

1728 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 1728

609 S Main St, Unit A

Brookside Apartments

25 Meta Dr

Park Terrace Apartments
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400 Emma Ave

Bouse Apartment Homes

417 Joseph Dr

Parsons Place Apartments

722 Abend St

1 Briargate Lane, Unit Apt. 2

45 Oak Hill Dr

207 S 16th St

Shiloh Commons Holdings
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35 Oak Hill Dr

Linwood Apartments

Green Door Apartments

Kingery Court Apartments

Prairie Lake

Ansley Oaks Apartments

1013-1017 Brookshire Ct

4 Lindbergh Cir

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Bouse Apartment Homes
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Lofts on the Square (Senior 55+)

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Storyboard on 10th

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Metro Landing of Swansea - Senior 55+

1048 Brookshire Ct

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Bouse Apartment Homes
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The New Broadview

135 Arapaho Drive

Bouse Apartment Homes

109 N 74th St

Erna Apartments

Bouse Apartment Homes

East Bank Pointe

Express Apartments

44 Orchard Apartments
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St. Clair County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Clair County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Clair County Studio Apartments | $1,024 | $610 | $1,439 |
| St. Clair County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $414 | $1,760 |
| St. Clair County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $740 | $2,720 |
| St. Clair County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,300 | $2,071 |
| St. Clair County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $1,635 | $1,635 |
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Cheapest Available St. Clair County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Clair County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trolley Circle in the East Saint Louis neighborhood priced from $414. Storyboard on 10th in the Timberbrook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Clair County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trolley Circle | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $414 |
| Storyboard on 10th | 10th A1 | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Parsons Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| 500 E A St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL
As of February 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Clair County area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value St. Clair County apartment is the Hayden B1 Model at Storyboard on Hayden starting at $1,450 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Metro East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Clair County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSB Apartments | 3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Storyboard on Fountain View | Fountain View B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 1 Briargate Lane, Unit Apt. 2 | 1 Briargate Lane | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1728 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 1728 | 1728 Saint Louis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 609 S Main St, Unit A | 609 S Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Storyboard on 10th | 10th A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Clair County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Clair County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Clair County Apartment is $414 at Trolley Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Clair County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Clair County is starting from $795 at Cottonwood Village.
What is the most affordable St. Clair County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. Clair County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parsons Place Apartments and starts from $1,411.
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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