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Highlights

  • Kitchen equipped
  • Living spaces
  • Located close to downtown

Location

420 Cherry St, Alton, IL 62002, USA|Alton
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Management

Brown Realtors Property Management - Alton Office

Leasing office

(618) 465-2966

Property Overview

420 Cherry Street offers strong value, with a high Zumper Expert Rating of 7.9 and standout scores for amenities and location. It’s noted for its competitive pricing, detailed listing information, and convenient access to downtown, along with equipped kitchens and comfortable living spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 420 Cherry Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 420 Cherry Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath700 sqft$575 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this bright one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Alton, IL. Located close to downtown, the upstairs unit features fresh paint and abundant natural light throughout the living spaces. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator and stove, offering a functional layout for everyday meals. Tenant pays $100/month flat fee for water, sewer and trash. Tenant responsible for gas/electric. No Pets allowed. Apply at brownrents. com

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Amenities for 420 Cherry Street

Apartment Amenities

Fresh PaintNatural Light
Upstairs

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Neighborhood

Close To Downtown
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 420 Cherry Street

HomeApartments in AltonAlton 420 Cherry Street

Discover this bright one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in Alton, IL. Located close to downtown, the upstairs unit features fresh paint and abundant natural light throughout the living spaces. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator and stove, offering a functional layout for everyday meals. Tenant pays $100/month flat fee for water, sewer and trash. Tenant responsible for gas/electric. No Pets allowed. Apply at brownrents. com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 420 Cherry Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 420 Cherry Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 420 Cherry Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
420 Cherry Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
420 Cherry Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to downtown. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 420 Cherry Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
420 Cherry Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 420 Cherry Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
420 Cherry Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 420 Cherry Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.6 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Alton

1-bedroom apartments at 420 Cherry Street cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Alton.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Alton
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$607
December 2024$643
January 2025$656
February 2025$656
March 2025$702
April 2025$743
May 2025$740
June 2025$743
July 2025$750
August 2025$668
September 2025$625
October 2025$650
November 2025$782
December 2025$681
January 2026$664
February 2026$620
March 2026$716
April 2026$718
May 2026$749
June 2026$815
July 2026$756
August 2026$737
September 2026$736
October 2026$749
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Alton
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$607
December 2024$643
January 2025$665
February 2025$669
March 2025$702
April 2025$743
May 2025$740
June 2025$743
July 2025$750
August 2025$700
September 2025$625
October 2025$645
November 2025$782
December 2025$708
January 2026$675
February 2026$656
May 2026$768
June 2026$795
July 2026$756
August 2026$737
September 2026$736
October 2026$749

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$23,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $23,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $575.
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Schools near 420 Cherry Street

West Elementary School

1513 state st

alton, IL, 62002

2-5Public
C

Alton High School

4200 humbert rd

alton, IL, 62002

PK, 9-12Public
B-

Ackerman School

1550 derhake rd

florissant, MO, 63033

K-8Public
C-

Berkeley Elementary School

8300 frost ave

berkeley, MO, 63134

3-5Public
C-

Bel-Nor

3101 nordic dr

st.louis, MO, 63121

1-5Public
D+
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Neighborhood

Alton | Alton, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Alton near 420 Cherry St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 420 Cherry St, Alton

Groceries

6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Explore the area around 420 Cherry St

Schwegel's
901 Alby St
Hit-N-Run Food Stores
1818 Washington Ave
Schnucks
2811 Homer M Adams Pkwy
ALDI
2822 Homer M Adams Pkwy
Hit N Run Food Stores
2345 State St

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