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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 Carol Stream Crossing in the North Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,341. 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
Carol Stream CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$1,341
The Haven at HighlandThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,375
The Arbors of Glen EllynOne Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$1,384
Ellyn CrossingAddison1BR,1BA$1,386
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn area is the $1.62 price per square foot Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,334. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn apartment is the Chadwick Model at The Mark starting at $2,529 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Jewell Road 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$1.62
The MarkChadwick3BR,2BA$1.81
400 S Main Pl2/12BR,1BA$1.72
2201 S Highland Ave, Unit 2J2201 S Highland Ave2BR,2BA$1.65
Carol Stream CrossingHawthorne2BR,1.5BA$1.85
BriarbrookHickory2BR,2BA$1.94
1511 E Roosevelt RdTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.89
Iron Gate Apartments2 BED / 1.0 BATH, 783 SQ FT - RENOVATED2BR,1BA$2.04
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED1BR,1BA$2.07
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Ellyn

What type of rentals are currently available in Glen Ellyn?

There are currently 205 Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $8,838. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Glen Ellyn ranging from $1,250 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Glen Ellyn?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Glen Ellyn ranges from $1,250 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,542.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Glen Ellyn?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Glen Ellyn range from $1,772 to $6,799, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,639.

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