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5611 Hallows Ave

East St. LouisIL62204

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1102 Apache Dr

CollinsvilleIL62234

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$414
Storyboard on 10th10th A11BR,1BA$625
Cottonwood Village1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Brookside Apartments1 Bedroom Main Street1BR,1BA$730
Bouse Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$845
Parsons Place Apartments1 Bedroom Tax Credit***1BR,1BA$851

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL

As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Clair County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,500. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BSB Apartments3Bd Deluxe Townhouse w/ Garage3BR,2BA$1.00
Storyboard on HaydenHayden B12BR,2.5BA$1.16
Storyboard on Fountain ViewFountain View B22BR,1.5BA$1.16
Storyboard on Park EntrancePark Entrance B22BR,2BA$1.15
Linwood ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$0.91
1 Briargate Lane, Unit Apt. 21 Briargate Lane2BR,1BA$0.95
605 S Main St605 S Main St2BR,1BA$1.06
609 S Main St, Unit A609 S Main St1BR,1BA$1.10
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.60
Storyboard on 10th10th A11BR,1BA$0.96

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Clair County

What type of rentals are currently available in St. Clair County?

There are currently 407 Apartments for Rent in St. Clair County, IL with pricing that ranges from $610 to $2,440. There are also 149 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Clair County ranging from $500 to $3,500.

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 $500 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,813.

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 $1,980, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.