
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, IL (48 Rentals)


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Ascend St. Charles

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St. Charles, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles Studio Apartments | $1,653 | $1,497 | $1,981 |
St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $1,250 | $2,925 |
| St. Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,595 | $3,995 |
| St. Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,526 | $2,143 | $4,550 |
| St. Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,127 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: December 13, 2025There are currently 263 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over St. Charles, IL that range in price from $1,025 to $3,025. Fox River Valley, Riverfront and Upper River Corridor are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in St. Charles with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Valley | 38 | $1,756 | $1,025 |
| Riverfront | 22 | $1,779 | $1,250 |
| Upper River Corridor | 22 | $1,766 | $1,250 |
| Cambridge | 20 | $1,795 | $1,250 |
| LaFox Woods | 20 | $1,825 | $1,250 |
| Lower Corridor | 18 | $1,746 | $1,250 |
| Crane Road Estates | 17 | $1,746 | $1,250 |
| Dunham Woods | 17 | $1,839 | $1,250 |
| Harvest Hills | 17 | $1,726 | $1,250 |
| Rainbow Hills | 16 | $1,756 | $1,250 |
Largest Available St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in St. Charles, IL is found at Reserve at Prairie Centre in the Riverfront neighborhood and is 1,051 square feet priced from $2,249. The Township at St. Charles has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $1,811. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in St. Charles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Prairie Centre | Bluestem | 1,051 Sq Ft | $2,249 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Amherst | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,811 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 975 Sq Ft | $2,218 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A4 - Premium | 885 Sq Ft | $2,064 |
| Residence at Mill Creek | Cobblestone | 880 Sq Ft | $1,979 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 857 Sq Ft | $1,846 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 845 Sq Ft | $1,722 |
| Ashford at Geneva | 1A | 830 Sq Ft | $1,755 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | 830 Sq Ft | $1,623 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | 800 Sq Ft | $1,589 |
Cheapest Available St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in St. Charles, IL is the 1 BDR/1 BATH Model starting from $1,450 at Pepper Valley Apartments in the Batavia Historic District neighborhood. The second most affordable St. Charles 1 Bedroom is the Franklin Model at Fox Run Apartments starting at $1,589 in the Riverfront neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in St. Charles is currently $1,798. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in St. Charles:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pepper Valley Apartments | 1 BDR/1 BATH | $1,450 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | $1,589 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | $1,623 |
| The Village at Mill Creek | Cypress | $1,635 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | $1,722 |
| Ashford at Geneva | 1A | $1,755 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | $1,799 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Amherst | $1,811 |
| Springs At South Elgin | 1 BR Designer Overlook | $1,846 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | $1,882 |
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Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom St. Charles Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in St. Charles with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in St. Charles is at Pepper Valley Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom St. Charles Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in St. Charles is $1,798.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom St. Charles Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in St. Charles is a 1,051 square feet unit starting from $2,249 at Reserve at Prairie Centre.
What is the average size for St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in St. Charles is currently 751 sq ft.
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