Apartments For Rent in Edwardsville, IL

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What Locals Say about Edwardsville

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Edwardsville, IL: artsy hub with a university, easy commutes, walkable trails, and small-town charm. People appreciate safe streets, strong schools, parks, festivals, and quick access to downtown. They dislike car reliance, growing crowds, and limited big-city nightlife nearby.
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  • Maryam
    "Great college town, clean, safe, residents are mostly openminded and have progressive views, city is a big supporter of the arts!"
  • Kevin Flynn
    "I work in a lot of different areas but my commute is never difficult. There are several options in and out of town and close to several interstates."
  • Yvan Lpz
    "I think the one thing that people will like about this neighborhood is that it looks clean and organized."
  • Wendy B.
    "Farmers market, downtown, restaurants, splash pad, SIUE events, Halloween parade , the Moose, American Legion, KC hall"
  • Case.jessica.p
    "My commute to grocery stores or shopping stores are very short. I do live far enough away so that I have to drive but everything is 10 minutes or less away without traffic."
  • Jayearl88
    "my little street has been known to help each other during hard times (bad storms power outages things like that) "
  • Rjdmad90
    "A lot of people own and walk their dogs. Not a lot of traffic, but most streets have side walks you can use"
  • Laura J.
    "People walk their dogs all the time. There is a dog park and a dog park section within another park. "
  • Aperry25
    "It’s an amazing place to live and children’s and single parent family’s should fee comfortable in the area"
  • Laura J.
    "I see people walking their dogs. There is a dog only park and a fenced space for dogs in another park."
  • Jessica C.
    "Halloween parade. City block party. Farmers market Saturday’s. Bonifest. Glen Carbon Homecoming. Multiple 5ks. Multiple bike races. "
  • Chrisskelly
    "I have a very young child so I don’t know that much about schools yet. However there seems to be a lot of positive talk regarding Edwardsville schools. "
  • Karen H. J.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 17 years, and in town in Edwardsville for 5 years prior. We’ve always felt safe here and the school district is great! "
  • Tom H.
    "It had an old timer small town feel but is quickly blowing up into a college metropolis. It retains the vintage feel downtown "
  • Chrisskelly
    "Safe. Lots of fitness. Unique shops. Great restaurants. Clean. Well maintained. Close to everything. "
  • Parizoncl
    "fishing, swimming, fun on the lake! big yard sale in June! gardening club. ski club etc! great neighborhood!"
  • Scholley
    "Edwardsville has good schools, nice parks, quaint downtown, good access to several grocery stores, lots of options for restaurants, and essential name brand stores (Target, Kohl’s, Home Goods, Walmart, Home Depot, etc.)"
  • Destanee W.
    "Easy walking distance to downtown. Everyone around is friendly, and will talk to everyone. Also, it is a very safe neighborhood. "
  • Destanee W.
    "Edwardsville, in general is a great town. Everyone is generally friendly, and being so close to down town is and even better bonus!"
  • Laura J.
    "The neighborhood is safe. There are churches, great schools, variety of parks, two YMCAs, and many eating places."
  • CSkelly
    "The Glen Carbon - Edwardsville area seems to be safe, fun, and active! Lots to do!!! We really like this area!!!"
  • Joel s.
    "Great school system with a small town feel. Along with great local restaurants along with access to St. Louis within 30 minutes."
  • Andy s.
    "Edwardsville Library Park has several festivals, like Route 66 in the summer, Octoberfest in the fall, and taste of Edwardsville. There is a farmer’s market every Saturday during late spring thru early fall. There are other events like 5k’s, bike races, and parades."
  • Kt T.
    "There are lots of sidewalks around towns, and many parks that are dog friendly in the area. Some restaurants have outside seating so you can bring your dog."
  • Kourtney C.
    "Commuting to downtown Edwardsville is a simple walk away, which is great especially when the weather is nice. "
  • Hand2handot
    "Great school system. Always activities going in and around Edwardsville. I love the Saturday morning farmers market."
  • Terri D. R.
    "Great schools, parks and recreation, miles of bike trails! Plenty of restaurants and shopping, too! The people are friendly and the Grandview neighborhood is full of unique homes."
  • Stacie S.
    "Edwardsville has an array of good restaurants, it has all of the shops you’ll need close by but isn’t too big and crazy yet so I don’t usually have a lot of traffic issues. Also has a great bike trail. "
  • Wgreenwalt
    "I’ve lived in Edwardsville for 30 years on Dunlap Lake, it’s like the movie On Golden Pond. A wonderful place to live"
  • Kourtney C.
    "Edwardsville is small enough that you get that feeling of a close knit community, however, it's also large enough to have fantastic amenities and attractions. Not to mention it's only a 30 minute drive to the city of St Louis. "
  • Morgan A.
    "I've lived in Holiday Shores for 2 years, and I love it. Everyone is so nice here, and I haven't heard of any crime. There are 2 bars/grills which have pretty good food, and Edwardsville is only a 20 minute drive. The lake is beautiful and the beaches are well kept and equipped with nice playgrounds. Overall Holiday Shores is the perfect neighborhood especially for families with Children."

Average Rent Trends in Edwardsville, IL

Rent in Edwardsville, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Dec 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$1,500
Aug 2025$1,510
Sep 2025$1,495
Oct 2025$1,495
Nov 2025$1,470
Dec 2025$1,587
Jan 2026$1,500
Feb 2026$1,450
Mar 2026$1,425
Apr 2026$1,395
May 2026$1,450
Jun 2026$1,425
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$995$1,200$2,100$1,900$1,369
Townhomes——$1,725—$1,725
Apartments and Condos$995$1,350$4,000—$1,350
Houses—$1,250$1,995$1,900$1,900

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Edwardsville, IL

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Edwardsville, IL?
    The average rent of an apartment in Edwardsville, IL is $1,208 per month. This is about 38% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Edwardsville, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in Edwardsville, IL was lowest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,400 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Edwardsville, IL?
    In the last year, the average rent in Edwardsville, IL was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,587 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Edwardsville, IL?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Edwardsville, IL is $995 per month. That is about $358 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Edwardsville, IL?
    There are 38 available rental listings in Edwardsville, IL.
  • What are some zip codes in Edwardsville, IL?
    Edwardsville, IL includes zip codes such as: 62025, 62084, 62087, 62026.
  • What are some cities near Edwardsville, IL?
    Some nearby cities include: Glen Carbon, Hamel, Roxana, South Roxana, Maryville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.