1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL (232 Rentals)

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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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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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The Fynn
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The Fynn

183 N Addison AveElmhurst, 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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Park Royal
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Park Royal

120-129 S Spruce AveWood Dale, IL 60191
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726 W Roy Dr
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726 W Roy Dr

726 W Roy DrVilla Park, IL 60181
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17 N Hillside Ave
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17 N Hillside Ave

17 N Hillside AveHillside, IL 60162
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320 W Dale Dr
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320 W Dale Dr

320 W Dale DrAddison, IL 60101
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525 Denise Ct
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525 Denise Ct

525 Denise CtAddison, IL 60101

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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: December 16, 2025

There are currently 17 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Elmhurst, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $1,100 to $4,703. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elmhurst with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Elmhurst17$2,334$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. One Oak Brook Commons in the South Villa Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 952 square feet and currently listed start at $4,650. 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
One Oak Brook CommonsPH1.2952 Sq Ft$4,650
The BenningtonEight 72 Den872 Sq Ft$1,633
Brentwood ApartmentsLuxury Line840 Sq Ft$1,595
The FynnA6.1821 Sq Ft$2,910
Elmhurst 255C1735 Sq Ft$2,945
Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*Toulon - North692 Sq Ft$1,685
Elmhurst TerraceCallahan670 Sq Ft$1,435

Cheapest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 16, 2025 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 One Bedroom Model at Maple Crossing Apartments starting at $1,290 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmhurst is currently $2,280. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elmhurst:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 600$1,100
Maple Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,290
Elmhurst TerraceWrigley$1,402
The BenningtonSeven 70$1,438
Brentwood ApartmentsChicago Loft$1,595
Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*Toulon - North$1,685
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison$1,695
The FynnA6.1$2,910
Elmhurst 255C1$2,945

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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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Getting Around Elmhurst, IL

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $2,280.

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 0 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.