Cheap Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL from $500 (25 Rentals)

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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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President Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

President Apartments

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

720 Crescent St

720 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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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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Wheaton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wheaton

1030-1034 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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1039 College Ave
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 1511 E Roosevelt Rd in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood priced from $1,300. Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glen Ellyn apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1511 E Roosevelt RdOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Iron Gate Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 607 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn area is the $1.73 price per square foot Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,489. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn apartment is the Cullen Model at The Easton Downers Grove starting at $2,500 with a $2.04 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.
2200 GraceBerkshire3BR,2BA$1.73
The Easton Downers GroveCullen2BR,2BA$2.04
BriarbrookHickory2BR,2BA$1.80
The Arbors of Glen EllynTwo Bedrooms Floor Plan B22BR,2BA$1.96
The MarkBerkshire2BR,1BA$2.13
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Carol Stream CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$2.18
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.99
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1.99
1511 E Roosevelt RdOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.00

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Getting Around Glen Ellyn, IL

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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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 400 S Main Pl listed at $1,535.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment is $1,300 at 1511 E Roosevelt Rd.

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 $2,460.

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