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Waterloo, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waterloo, IL

Pricing Updated: 11/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Waterloo, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waterloo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outlying Monroe County$1,100$1,0002

Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trolley Circle in the East Saint Louis neighborhood priced from $414. Brookside Apartments in the Sullivan Manors neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$414
Brookside Apartments1 Bedroom Main Street1BR,1BA$730
Covington Place Apartments1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$782

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, IL and Nearby

As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.24 price per square foot B9 Model at Lyon Apartments in the in the Princeton Heights neighborhood starting from $1,276. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the DOGWOOD Model at Suson Pines starting at $1,180 with a $1.26 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lyon ApartmentsB92BR,2BA$1.24
Suson PinesDOGWOOD2BR,1BA$1.26
Lakewood Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.24
Greenway Trail ApartmentsSave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1.20
Southfield Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.18
Trolley CircleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.60
Covington Place Apartments1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Tuscany Village Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath 1BR,1BA$1.35
Brookside Apartments1 bedroom Updated1BR,1BA$1.30
Jefferson TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.33

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterloo

What type of rentals are currently available in Waterloo?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, IL with pricing that ranges from $695 to $1,824. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterloo ranging from $575 to $3,450.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterloo ranges from $575 to $3,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,360.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.