Cheap Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL from $500 (18 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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Glen Ellyn, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glen Ellyn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Glen Ellyn, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 400 East in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood priced from $625. St. Charles Square in the North Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glen Ellyn apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
400 East2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$625
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,325
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,345
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of June 14, 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 Two Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 Model at The Arbors of Glen Ellyn starting at $1,868 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Briarcliffe Knolls 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 Arbors of Glen EllynTwo Bedrooms Floor Plan B22BR,2BA$1.95
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
28 N Main St, Unit 1S28 N Main St1BR,1BA$1.75
BriarbrookChestnut1BR,1BA$2.09
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.99
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1.99
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.89
400 East1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.72
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$2.20

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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 Wheaton 121 listed at $1,633.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment is $1,100 at 400 East.

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 $625 at 400 East.

What is the most affordable Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2200 Grace and starts from $2,489.

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