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2306 College Ave
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900 Washington

1543 James Patrick Ln

12507 James Patrick Ln

4900 Maryville Rd

12543 James Patrick Ln

110 S 12th St

2515 Sanford Ave

365 Conley Ave
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135 Lincoln Ave

1216 Lakeview Ave
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1615 Seminary St

220 Picker Ave

2016 Salu St
Wood River, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wood River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wood River 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,202 | $700 | $2,500 |
Wood River 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,357 | $975 | $1,750 |
Wood River 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,916 | $1,300 | $2,950 |
Wood River 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,675 | $1,675 | $1,675 |
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Cheapest Available Wood River Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wood River, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood priced from $525. Rivers Edge Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wood River apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
Rivers Edge Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $620 |
Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
The Residences at Bella Vista | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wood River, IL and Nearby
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wood River area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,555. The second greatest value Wood River 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 Wood River apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
The Social Edwardsville | The Cougar Unfurnished | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
Parc at 720 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Paddock Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
The Residences at Bella Vista | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Brighton Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Wood River?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Wood River, IL with pricing that ranges from $525 to $3,170. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wood River ranging from $700 to $2,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wood River?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wood River ranges from $700 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,453.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wood River?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wood River range from $1,000 to $2,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $1,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.
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