Cheap Apartments for Rent in Glendale Heights, IL from $500 (19 Rentals)

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Stonegate
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

440 N Gregory AveGlendale Heights, IL 60139
Furnished
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503 Duane St
Studio Apartments

503 Duane St

503 Duane StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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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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Bloomingdale Horizon
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bloomingdale Horizon

160 W Lake StBloomingdale, IL 60108
Senior Living
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Willow Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Lake

21W547 North AveLombard, IL 60148
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CSSI Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

CSSI Apartments

160 S Gary AveCarol Stream, IL 60188
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1039 College Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 College Ave

1039 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Indian Trail Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Trail Apartments

601-639 Meadows BlvdAddison, IL 60101
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1307 College Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1307 College Ave

1307 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Glendale Heights, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glendale Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Glendale Heights, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,395. Carol Stream Crossing in the North Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,440. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glendale Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Carol Stream CrossingOak1BR,1BA$1,440
Lakehaven Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath (340a1) Classic1BR,1BA$1,522
400 S Main PlStudioStudio,1BA$1,535
The Greenway at Carol Stream1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1BR,1BA$1,536

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glendale Heights, IL

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Glendale Heights area is the $2.45 price per square foot 3/2 Model at 400 S Main Pl in the in the North Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,455. The second greatest value Glendale Heights apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath (340c1r) Renovated Model at Lakehaven Apartments starting at $2,567 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Bloomingdale Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glendale Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
400 S Main Pl3/23BR,2BA$2.45
Lakehaven Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath (340c1r) Renovated3BR,2BA$2.33
The Flats at Gladstone2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.76
The MonroeBaldwin2BR,2BA$2.45
The Greenway at Carol Stream2 Bedroom w WD2BR,1BA$2.20
Park 150 ApartmentsJefferson1BR,1BA$2.45
Windsor Estate Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A11BR,1BA$2.32
Carol Stream CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$2.26
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.99
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.91

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Getting Around Glendale Heights, IL

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glendale Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Glendale Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Glendale Heights is at 400 S Main Pl listed at $1,535.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Glendale Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glendale Heights Apartment is $1,340 at St. Charles Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Glendale Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Glendale Heights is starting from $1,715 at Carol Stream Crossing.

What is the most affordable Glendale Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Glendale Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakehaven Apartments and starts from $2,580.

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