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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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511 Aurora Ave

NapervilleIL60540

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown Naperville, Naperville, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Naperville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Naperville area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Iroquois Club priced from $1,570. Whispering Trails Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Downtown Naperville apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Iroquois ClubStudio Floor Plan S1RStudio,1BA$1,570
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b1b2BR,1BA$1,625
The Vantage NapervilleWillow1BR,1BA$1,660

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Naperville, IL

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Naperville area is the $2.58 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bath (A Unit) Model at 320 N Ellsworth Street in the in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood starting from $3,360. The second greatest value Downtown Naperville apartment is the Premium Two-Story + Attached Garage B2 Model at Grand Reserve of Naperville starting at $2,550 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Naperville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Naperville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
320 N Ellsworth StreetTwo Bedroom, Two Bath (A Unit)2BR,2BA$2.58
Grand Reserve of NapervillePremium Two-Story + Attached Garage B22BR,2BA$2.29
5th Avenue StationA1-R2BR,1BA$2.44
One Nineteen on MainStevens2BR,2BA$2.52
The Ponds of NapervilleCentennial2BR,2BA$2.41
Views of Naperville2x1 Insight/Aspect Superior2BR,1BA$2.07
Windscape of Naperville ApartmentsThe Gatewood2BR,1BA$2.27
Whispering Trails Apartmentswt_2b1b2BR,1BA$1.91
Arbors of BrookdaleAshwood1BR,1BA$2.43
Iroquois ClubStudio Floor Plan S1RStudio ,1BA$2.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Naperville, Naperville, IL

Ranked #27

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Naperville

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Naperville?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Naperville, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $7,588. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Naperville ranging from $1,349 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Naperville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Naperville ranges from $1,349 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,590.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.