
Cheap Homes for Rent in St. Clair County, IL from $600 (51 Rentals)
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2609 Sierra Dr

608 St Monica Dr

2425 Cleveland Ave

1009 Ernest St

18 N 44th St

9902 W Main St

2949 Adams Ave

129 Sugar Pine Ln

5617 Warren Ave
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5527 Avon Pl

21 Beth Ann Dr, Unit B

318 Levin Dr

8709 State St

563 N 24th St

131 Ashley Dr

128 Ashley Dr

304 Estate Dr

109 Ashley Dr

1308 St Stephens Dr
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2 E Adams Dr

1405 N 54th St

5510 Avon Pl

3720 Walnut Ave

109 Jerome Ln

5538 Avon Pl

500 St Thomas Ln

1104 Arrowhead Dr

211 Judith Ln

607 S 11th St
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106 Lee Dr

618 W Monroe St

225 Eagle Ridge

164 Eagle Ridge

418 Donna Dr

409 W Washington St

75 Hillside Ln

2928 Mary Irene St

303 Campus Dr, Unit 303

8204 Church St
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1901 Doris Ave

262 St John Dr

97 Peachtree Ln

308 Roselawn Ave

70 W Adams Dr

840 Southgate Dr

309 Green St

1 Dora Dr

323 N 7th St

1308 Caseyville Ave
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St. Clair County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Clair County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Clair County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,185 | $699 | $1,950 |
| St. Clair County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,633 | $675 | $4,000 |
| St. Clair County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,925 | $695 | $3,900 |
| St. Clair County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,958 | $1,850 | $3,800 |
| St. Clair County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available St. Clair County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Clair County, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedars of Lebanon Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood priced from $200. Cottonwood Village in the Marina Villa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Clair County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| Cottonwood Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Lakewood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated Main Street | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Bouse Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 1101 S 74th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Parsons Place | 1 Bdrm Garden, 722 SqFt, Tax Credit, 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Storyboard on Roger | Roger A2 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| 722 Abend St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Clair County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bd Townhouse w/ Garage Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value St. Clair County apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Reside Here Apartments & Rentals starting at $1,195 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Willow Walk 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 | 3 Bd Townhouse w/ Garage | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Reside Here Apartments & Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Storyboard on Sugar Pine | Sugar Pine B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 1400 Sangamon Dr | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 719 Caroline St, Unit 719 | 719 Caroline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ben Louis Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 3201 Roland Ave, Unit 3201 | 3201 Roland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Lakewood Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Cedars of Lebanon Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Clair County
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Clair County?
There are currently 366 Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL with pricing that ranges from $200 to $2,795. There are also 153 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Clair County ranging from $675 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Clair County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Clair County ranges from $675 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,772.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Clair County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Clair County range from $1,300 to $2,258, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $675 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.
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