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336 Pennsylvania Ave
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1331 S Finley Rd

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1301 S Finley Rd

1188 Royal Glen Dr

61 Kensington Cir

703 E Fullerton Ave

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20 Sterling Cir

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63 Kensington Cir

21 Kensington Cir

2005 S Finley Rd

76 Sterling Cir

1348 S Lorraine Rd
Glen Ellyn, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Glen Ellyn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Glen Ellyn 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,575 | $1,750 | $3,585 |
Glen Ellyn 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,177 | $1,600 | $6,000 |
Glen Ellyn 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,040 | $2,750 | $3,300 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
The Haven at Highland | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
Ellyn Crossing | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $1,386 |
Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2200 Grace | Berkshire | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
The Mark | Chadwick | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
400 S Main Pl | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
2201 S Highland Ave, Unit 2J | 2201 S Highland Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Carol Stream Crossing | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
Briarbrook | Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
1511 E Roosevelt Rd | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Iron Gate Apartments | 2 BED / 1.0 BATH, 783 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,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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