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40-50 Briar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

40-50 Briar St

40-50 Briar StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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503 Duane St
Studio Apartments

503 Duane St

503 Duane StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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The Haven at Highland
$1,375 - $1,750
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$725 - $1,100
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$1,375 - $1,750
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The Haven at Highland

2001 S Highland AveLombard, IL 60148
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President Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

President Apartments

209-211 President StWheaton, IL 60187
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720 Crescent St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

720 Crescent St

720 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Wheaton Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wheaton Park Apartments

804-812 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Autumn Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge Apartments

326 S President StCarol Stream, IL 60188
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Shorewood Tower
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shorewood Tower

1074 Michael CtGlendale Heights, IL 60139
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Monticello Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello Apartments

995-1005 S Lorraine RdWheaton, IL 60189
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Willow Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Lake

21W547 North AveLombard, IL 60148
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Yorktown Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Yorktown Apartments

2233 S Highland AveLombard, IL 60148

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1039 college Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 college Ave

1039 college AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Glen Ellyn, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glen Ellyn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Glen Ellyn, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at St. Charles Square in the North Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,325. The Haven at Highland in the Highland Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glen Ellyn apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,325
The Haven at HighlandThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,375
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,395
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn area is the $1.59 price per square foot 933 College Ave Model at 933 College Ave in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,175. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn apartment is the D Model at International Village Lombard starting at $2,783 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Highland Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glen Ellyn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
933 College Ave933 College Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.59
International Village LombardD3BR,2BA$1.99
484 Western Ave, Unit 3484 Western Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
The Arbors of Glen EllynTwo Bedrooms Floor Plan B12BR,2BA$1.91
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
1307 College Ave2BR2BR,1BA$1.89
Kenilworth Arms1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.60
BriarbrookChestnut1BR,1BA$2.16
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED1BR,1BA$2.07
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glen Ellyn Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Glen Ellyn?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Glen Ellyn is at 382 Penn listed at $1,525.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment is $1,200 at Kenilworth Arms.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Glen Ellyn is starting from $1,595 at Iron Gate Apartments.

What is the most affordable Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Residences at Lakeside and starts from $2,171.

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