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Alton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Alton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Alton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $914 | $700 | $1,450 |
Alton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,433 | $1,100 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Alton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alton, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Surrey Court Apartments priced from $900. ReNew at Alton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
ReNew at Alton | Pierson | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Township Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
Marian Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $0.95 price per square foot 504 Cherry St Model at 504 Cherry St, Unit 6 in the starting from $950. The second greatest value Alton apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Surrey Court Apartments starting at $900 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Alton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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504 Cherry St, Unit 6 | 504 Cherry St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
618 E 7th St, Unit A | 618 E 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
1108 George St, Unit 1108 George Street | 1108 George St | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Marian Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
433 N Old St Louis Rd, Unit 429 | 433 N Old St Louis Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
ReNew at Alton | Pierson | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Township Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alton
What type of rentals are currently available in Alton?
There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,080. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alton ranging from $550 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alton ranges from $550 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,001.
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