
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West City, IL from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Storyboard at SIU

Cornerstone Place

Saluki Apartments

THE QUADS APARTMENTS

Schilling Property Management

Alpha Property Management (Alpha Rentals)

University Mall and Walnut Street Apartments
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Saint Germain Square

Brookside Apartments

Wedgewood Hills

G&R Rentals

The Metropolitan

Pine Shores Rentals

921 E Grand Ave

Newly Renovated 2 Bedrooms!

Aspen Court Apartments
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Shawnee Village

Chesapeake

ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS

Palomino Apartments

The Hill Apartments

Chesterfield Village

1103 Lickliter St

Home Rentals Corporation

Hunter's Trace Subdivision
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413 W Main St

Stone Manor

709 S Poplar St

100 Parkview Ln

304 N Main St

500 E College St

317 E Mill St

50 Orchard Dr

Mountain Valley Properties -Marion
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510 W 5th St

18 S Linden St

501 E Reeves St

1009 Briarwood Rd

513 S Ash St

500 S Washington St

103 N Russell St

1500 E Parham St

1005 E Carter St
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3 Briarwood Rd

203 W Lindell St

216 S Pecan St
West City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West City Studio Apartments | $526 | $450 | $1,558 |
| West City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $873 | $525 | $2,069 |
| West City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $625 | $1,764 |
| West City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $650 | $2,300 |
| West City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $295 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available West City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West City, IL is a Studio unit found at Campus Edge priced from $450. Saluki Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $460. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Edge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $450 |
| Saluki Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $460 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Saint Germain Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Pine Shores Rentals | B1 - 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Shawnee Village | 1 BR /1 BA 62 and Older | 1BR,1BA | $846 |
| Brookside Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $849 |
| ASHBURN COURT APARTMENTS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West City, IL and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the West City area is the $0.89 price per square foot 1X1 Model at 2600 Fairway Dr in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value West City apartment is the 3 Bedrooms Model at Grand Place Apartments starting at $1,185 with a $1.08 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for West City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2600 Fairway Dr | 1X1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| THE QUADS APARTMENTS | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Brookside Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 900 on Park | Two Bedroom Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Chesapeake | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Chesterfield Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Schilling Property Management | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Pine Shores Rentals | B1 - 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Metropolitan | Metropolis 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West City is at Campus Edge listed at $450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West City Apartment is $600 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West City is starting from $700 at Schilling Property Management.
What is the most affordable West City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at THE QUADS APARTMENTS and starts from $800.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.
