
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmhurst, IL from $900 (13 Rentals)
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435 S Walnut St

17 N Hillside Ave
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105 E Grove St

17 N Hillside Ave

2008 N 18th Ave

5900 Butterfield Rd

1835 N 18th Ave

446 N Ardmore Ave

2021 S Wolf Rd

1919 S Wolf Rd
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323 N Princeton Ave, Unit 8
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,979 | $1,450 | $3,425 |
Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,527 | $2,200 | $6,450 |
Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,124 | $2,750 | $4,800 |
Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
Elmhurst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/16/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Elmhurst | $5,345 | $1,194 | 44 |
Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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. 230 W Division St in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Maple Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL and Nearby
As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $2.04 price per square foot Aspen Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $5,316. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Butterfield Towers Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Spring Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eldridge Townhomes | Aspen | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.04 |
Butterfield Towers Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
The Bennington | Ten 30 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment* | Two Bedroom #208 | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
803 E South Broadway Ave, Unit A | 803 E South Broadway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Brentwood Apartments | Luxury Line | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmhurst
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmhurst?
There are currently 461 Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL with pricing that ranges from $950 to $23,176. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmhurst ranging from $900 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmhurst?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmhurst ranges from $900 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,667.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elmhurst?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elmhurst range from $2,545 to $22,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $6,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,345.
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