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East St. Louis, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East St. Louis?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East St. Louis Studio Apartments | $931 | $602 | $2,150 |
East St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $492 | $4,525 |
East St. Louis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $638 | $7,935 |
East St. Louis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $995 | $5,600 |
East St. Louis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,489 | $1,710 |
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Getting Around East St. Louis, IL
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East St. Louis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East St. Louis?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East St. Louis is at Diplomat listed at $565.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East St. Louis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East St. Louis Apartment is $492 at Preservation Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East St. Louis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East St. Louis is starting from $638 at Preservation Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable East St. Louis Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East St. Louis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Collins Terrace Apartments and starts from $1,014.
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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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