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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 | $876 | $700 | $1,000 |
Alton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,565 | $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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,225. 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 | Hunter | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Marian Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alton area is the $1.23 price per square foot Hunter Model at ReNew at Alton in the starting from $1,225. 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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ReNew at Alton | Hunter | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Marian Heights | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Alton?
There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Alton, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $1,965. There are also 30 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 $1,046.
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