What's the average rent in Alton, IL?

Rental Market Trends in Alton, IL

SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of June 2026, the average rent in Alton, IL is $1,072 per month, which is 45% lower than the national average rent of $1,951 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$1,072
19.1%
$172 increase month-over-month
34.0%
$272 increase year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

29

APARTMENTS

$931

HOUSES

$1,200

TOWNHOUSES

$1,196
As of June 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in Alton, IL at $931 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $1,200 per month. Townhomes average $1,196 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$1,175
3 Bedrooms$1,100
4 Bedrooms$1,072
All$1,072
As of June 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Alton, IL is $775 per month, followed by $1,175 for a 2 bedroom rental, $1,100 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $1,072 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has increased by +29% compared to the previous year, which is a +$250 increase.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

74% of rentals have rent of $800-$1,499/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $725 to $3,000.
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