1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL (249 Rentals)

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Vyne on Haven
$2,371 - $3,476

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Base Rent$2,001 - $6,326
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Vyne on Haven

100 N Haven RdElmhurst, IL 60126
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The Marke
$2,538 - $2,751

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Base Rent$2,475 - $4,774
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 19

The Marke

100 N Addison AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elm Creek
$1,904 - $2,433

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Base Rent$1,904 - $8,609
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Elm Creek

1 Elm Creek DrElmhurst, IL 60126
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215 E 1st St
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500 - $1,950
Total Monthly Price$1,500 - $1,950
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1

215 E 1st St

215 E 1st StElmhurst, IL 60126
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York Meadows
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York Meadows

841 York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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365 S West Ave
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365 S West Ave

365 S West AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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241 N York St
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241 N York St

241 N York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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166 E Lake St
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166 E Lake St

166 E Lake StElmhurst, IL 60126

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Crescent Court
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Crescent Court

135 S York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Essex Place East
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Essex Place East

175 W Brush Hill RdElmhurst, IL 60126
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111 N Larch Ave
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111 N Larch Ave

111 N Larch AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Liberty Village
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Liberty Village

415 N York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Colonial Apartments
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Colonial Apartments

469 S York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Charlestown Place
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Charlestown Place

200 N Michigan AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elmhurst Pointe
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Elmhurst Pointe

111 W 3rd StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elmhurst, IL Local Guide

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Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 11, 2026

There are currently 42 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Elmhurst, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $1,100 to $3,476. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elmhurst with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Elmhurst42$2,272$1,100

Largest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmhurst, IL is found at Elmhurst Place Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood and is 1,370 square feet priced from $2,025. Aria Luxury Apartments in the Metra-Bensenville Station neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 946 square feet and currently listed start at $2,098. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elmhurst:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Cottage Hill1,370 Sq Ft$2,025
Aria Luxury Apartments1 Bed - Plus946 Sq Ft$2,098
OvaltineA9G908 Sq Ft$2,255
Elm CreekA4876 Sq Ft$1,998
Vyne on Haven1 BED+D - C ADAPTABLE875 Sq Ft$3,356
The BenningtonEight 72 Den872 Sq Ft$1,849
Brentwood on the PondLuxury Line840 Sq Ft$1,695
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,435
Elmhurst 255C1735 Sq Ft$2,480
One Oak Brook CommonsA1.2719 Sq Ft$2,700

Cheapest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmhurst, IL is the 1x1 600 Model starting from $1,100 at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood. The second most affordable Elmhurst 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 1800 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163 starting at $1,250 in the Spring Road neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmhurst is currently $2,210. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elmhurst:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 600$1,100
1800 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 601631 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,250
1024 E Division St1Bed 1Ba$1,400
Elmhurst TerraceWrigley$1,430
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom$1,435
The BenningtonSeven 70$1,483
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison$1,695
315-329 Kimbell Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 660 SQFT$1,695

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Elmhurst Overview

Largely considered a western suburb of Chicago, Elmhurst is a thriving community with much to offer potential Illinois residents. With a population of around 45,000, this is a locale that combines the best of smaller city life with easy access to the amenities of a bigger municipality.

Why live in Elmhurst, IL?

Family Circus recently dubbed the city 'One of the Best U.S. Towns for Families' with good reason. Home to a long-standing economic infrastructure in healthcare and higher education, Elmhurst apartments offer a welcoming ambiance and relaxed environment that is ideal for families as well as working-class professionals. With the Chicago job market and nightlife offerings just a stone's throw away, it's easy to see why Elmhurst has remained a popular draw among Illinois residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Elmhurst with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elmhurst is at Argyle Garden Apartments listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,210.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 1,370 square feet unit starting from $2,025 at Elmhurst Place Apartments.

What is the average size for Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elmhurst is currently 1,910 sq ft.

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