
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Vandalia, IL from $400 (30 Rentals)
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Kingsbury Campus

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Flax Meadow Townhomes

Metro Apartments at Wood River

Metro Apartments At Bethalto
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Broadway Place

Centralia Estates

Chesterfield Village

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115 N Cherry St
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200 Carroll St

106 W 5th S St

205 North St

913 N Taylorville Blvd
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1306 9th St

400 Ricks St

100 E Vine St

900 8th St

919 Mulberry St
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766 Wall St

39 Devon Ct
Vandalia, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vandalia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vandalia Studio Apartments | $2,130 | $2,130 | $2,130 |
| Vandalia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,505 | $650 | $1,900 |
| Vandalia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $400 | $3,250 |
| Vandalia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $490 | $2,610 |
| Vandalia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $675 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Vandalia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Vandalia, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Capitol Pointe priced from $400. McKay Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $548. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Vandalia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Pointe | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $400 |
| McKay Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $548 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| The Social Edwardsville | The Cougar Unfurnished | 4BR,4BA | $705 |
| Metro Apartments At Bethalto | Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Metro Apartments at Wood River | Save up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Centralia Estates | Unit 92 | 3BR,2BA | $994 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Metro Apartments At Collinsville | 1BD/1BA Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vandalia, IL and Nearby
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vandalia area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bd Townhouse w/ Garage Model at BSB Apartments in the in the Metro East neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Vandalia apartment is the The Cougar Unfurnished Model at The Social Edwardsville starting at $705 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vandalia 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 | $0.95 |
| The Social Edwardsville | The Cougar Unfurnished | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| Storyboard on Hayden | Hayden B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Storyboard on Park Entrance | Park Entrance B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Linwood Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Centralia Estates | Unit 44 | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Capitol Pointe | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.52 |
| McKay Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Getting Around Vandalia, IL
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vandalia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vandalia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vandalia Apartment is $615 at McKay Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vandalia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vandalia is starting from $400 at Capitol Pointe.
What is the most affordable Vandalia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vandalia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Capitol Pointe and starts from $490.
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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