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Liberty Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Village

415 N York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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37 King Arthur Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

37 King Arthur Ct

37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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330 N Ardmore Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

330 N Ardmore Ave

330 N Ardmore AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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11010 W Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11010 W Grand Ave

11010 W Grand AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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231 S Villa Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

231 S Villa Ave

231 S Villa AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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507 Denise Ct
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

507 Denise Ct

507 Denise CtAddison, IL 60101
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Villabrook
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villabrook

125 S Villa AveAddison, IL 60101
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1151 DAVID DRIVE
1 Bedroom Apartments

1151 DAVID DRIVE

1151 David DrBensenville, IL 60106

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Royal Grove Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Grove Apartments

1132 Grove AveBensenville, IL 60106
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Elmhurst, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Elmhurst, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elmhurst Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Elmhurst$6,612$95052

Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmhurst, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood priced from $950. Elmhurst Terrace in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,318. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$950
Elmhurst TerraceStanleyStudio,1BA$1,318
The BenningtonFour 60Studio,1BA$1,397
Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*Calais - NorthStudio,1BA$1,546
Brentwood ApartmentsChicago Loft1BR,1BA$1,595
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$1,695
The BlueStemD2BR,2BA$2,100
Ovaltine CourtLoft 787 SF (private entry)1BR,1BA$2,211

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.84 price per square foot Elm Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood starting from $5,088. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 140 Arlington Ave Model at 140 Arlington Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,850 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eldridge TownhomesElm3BR,3.5BA$1.84
140 Arlington Ave, Unit 1140 Arlington Ave3BR,2BA$1.78
Elm Creek ApartmentsMadison Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.27
The BlueStemG2BR,2BA$1.71
1045 David Dr, Unit 2W1045 David Dr2BR,1BA$1.59
Elite Luxury Apartments2 bedroom JR2BR,1BA$2.56
Arden of Oak Brook1B1BR,1BA$2.41
Brentwood ApartmentsLuxury Line1BR,1BA$2.02
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$2.12
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1.58

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmhurst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmhurst?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmhurst is at Elmhurst Terrace listed at $1,318.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment is $950 at Argyle Garden Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is starting from $1,770 at Elmhurst Terrace.

What is the most affordable Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook* and starts from $2,721.

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