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Elm Creek
$1,809 - $4,648
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Elm Creek

1 Elm Creek DrElmhurst, IL 60126
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Vyne on Haven
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$1,981 - $6,308
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Vyne on Haven

100 N Haven RdElmhurst, IL 60126
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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
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37 King Arthur Ct

37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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330 N Ardmore Ave
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330 N Ardmore Ave

330 N Ardmore AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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11010 W Grand Ave
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11010 W Grand Ave

11010 W Grand AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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231 S Villa Ave
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231 S Villa Ave

231 S Villa AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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507 Denise Ct
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507 Denise Ct

507 Denise CtAddison, IL 60101
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Salt Creek
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Salt Creek

125 S Villa AveAddison, IL 60101
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Addison Horizon
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Addison Horizon

500 N Denise CtAddison, IL 60101
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Elmhurst, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL

Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026

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$14,686$1,10040

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 $1,100. Elmhurst Terrace in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,388. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1,100
Elmhurst TerraceWrigley1BR,1BA$1,388
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,435
The BenningtonSeven 701BR,1BA$1,526
Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*Calais - OakbrookStudio,1BA$1,635
Brentwood ApartmentsPremier Line1BR,1BA$1,695
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$1,695
Elm CreekA11BR,1BA$1,809
Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment*Two Bedroom #2132BR,2BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.50 price per square foot A Model at The BlueStem in the in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Elite Luxury Apartments starting at $2,998 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Downtown Villa Park 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.
The BlueStemA2BR,2BA$1.50
Elite Luxury Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.36
249 E Park Blvd, Unit 1249 E Park Blvd2BR,1BA$2.09
1040 S York Rd, Unit 1N1040 S York Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment*Two Bedroom #2132BR,2BA$1.92
The BenningtonEight 722BR,1BA$2.01
Brentwood ApartmentsLuxury Line1BR,1BA$2.02
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Addison1BR,1BA$2.12
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.91
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 6001BR,1BA$1.83

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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 Cheap Elmhurst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmhurst?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmhurst is at Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook* listed at $1,635.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment is $1,100 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 $1,707 at Elmhurst Terrace.

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