
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Glendale Heights, IL from $1,187 (58 Rentals)
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Parkside Estates

The Monroe

252 Shorewood Dr, Unit 2D

252 Shorewood Dr

Flats at Gladstone

204 Dunteman Dr, Unit 302

Anthony Place at Glendale Heights

Stonegate

Shorewood Tower
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The Mark

670 Marilyn Ave

148 Dunteman Dr

164 Dunteman Dr

670 Marilyn Ave

183 N Waters Edge Dr

1284 Prairie Ave

182 S Waters Edge Dr

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392 Executive Dr

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824 College Blvd

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Willows of Wheaton

Camden at Bloomingdale

Park 150 Apartments

21W185 Tee Ln

College Ave. Apartments

503 Duane St

Autumn Ridge Apartments

Bloomingdale Horizon
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CSSI Apartments

Covered Bridges Apartment

1039 College Ave

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428-432 Park Blvd Apartments

Nazar

21W581 North Ave

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College Park Apartments
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Glendale Heights, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Glendale Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Glendale Heights Studio Apartments | $2,368 | $2,368 | $2,368 |
| Cheap Glendale Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,766 | $1,187 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Glendale Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,401 | $5,750 |
| Cheap Glendale Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,772 | $3,001 |
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Cheapest Available Glendale Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Glendale Heights, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,200. St. Charles Square in the North Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glendale Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
| 392 Executive Dr | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| The Monroe | Alpine | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
| Wilshire Towers Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| The Mark | Auburn | 1BR,1BA | $1,646 |
| Ellyn Crossing | Belmont | 2BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Lakehaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath (340a1r) Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glendale Heights, IL
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glendale Heights area is the $2.14 price per square foot Fairfield Deck Model at Stratford Green in the in the Bloomingdale Walk neighborhood starting from $2,707. The second greatest value Glendale Heights apartment is the 1 Bedroom apartment with private balcony Model at Northgate Addison Apartments starting at $1,799 with a $1.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Glendale Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Green | Fairfield Deck | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Northgate Addison Apartments | 1 Bedroom apartment with private balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Camden at Bloomingdale | B-3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Willows of Wheaton | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Refresh | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| The Greenway at Carol Stream | 1 Bedroom w WD | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Wilshire Towers Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glendale Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Glendale Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glendale Heights Apartment is $1,200 at Kenilworth Arms.
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 $1,649 at Ellyn 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 $2,186.
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