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Argyle Garden Apartments
483 S Argyle AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elmhurst Terrace
100 Fellows CtElmhurst, IL 60126
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135 North Ave, Unit 2
135 North AveElmhurst, IL 60126
150 E Lake St
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Kenmore Park
109-119 S Kenmore AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elmhurst Place Apartments
150 E Schiller StElmhurst, IL 60126
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345 N Addison Ave, Unit 2nd Floor
345 N Addison AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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215 E 1st St
215 E 1st StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Liberty Village
415 N York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Elmcrest Apartments
140-160 E Lake StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Maple Crossing Apartments
481 N Ardmore AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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541 N Taft Ave, Unit 541 N Taft Ave
541 N Taft AveHillside, IL 60162
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337 S Ardmore Ave, Unit 2
337 S Ardmore AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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230 W Division St
230 W Division StVilla Park, IL 60181
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731 Old Grand Ave, Unit 12
731 Old Grand AveAddison, IL 60101
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Brook Forest Apartments
1137 S Center StBensenville, IL 60106
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191 S Villa Ave
191 S Villa AveAddison, IL 60101
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1039 David Dr, Unit 1W
1039 David DrBensenville, IL 60106
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Downtown Elmhurst, Elmhurst, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Elmhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $2,002 | $1,200 | $2,456 |
| Downtown Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,100 | $3,456 |
| Downtown Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,044 | $1,550 | $4,738 |
| Downtown Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,437 | $4,799 | $6,308 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Elmhurst Neighborhood of Elmhurst, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Elmhurst area of Elmhurst, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Argyle Garden Apartments priced from $1,100. Elmhurst Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,412. Here are the most affordable Downtown Elmhurst apartments for rent in Elmhurst, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Elmhurst Terrace | Whitaker | 1BR,1BA | $1,412 |
| Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Fynn | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Elmhurst, IL
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Elmhurst area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Butterfield Towers Apartments in the in the Spring Road neighborhood starting from $2,430. The second greatest value Downtown Elmhurst apartment is the 27 W Park Blvd Model at 27 W Park Blvd, Unit 206 starting at $2,570 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Butterfield Towers Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 27 W Park Blvd, Unit 206 | 27 W Park Blvd | 1BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 345 N Addison Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 345 N Addison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Ovaltine | A1GR | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 337 S Ardmore Ave, Unit 2 | 337 S Ardmore Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Fynn | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.55 |
| 541 N Taft Ave, Unit 541 N Taft Ave | 541 N Taft Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Elmhurst is at The Fynn listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Elmhurst Apartment is $1,100 at Argyle Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Elmhurst is starting from $1,656 at Elmhurst Terrace.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.