
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, IL from $900 (18 Rentals)
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Haven St. Charles

Fox Run Apartments

The View Apartments St Charles

The Township at St. Charles

Reserve at Prairie Centre
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Anthony Place at Prairie Centre

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206 W Main St

17 S 4th Ave

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Reserve at Village Center

Authentix South Elgin

The Village at Mill Creek

Springs At South Elgin

Panton Mill Station

Geneva Park
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St. Charles Studio Apartments | $1,693 | $1,545 | $2,140 |
| Cheap St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,087 | $2,925 |
| Cheap St. Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,356 | $3,995 |
| Cheap St. Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $1,824 | $4,550 |
| Cheap St. Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,614 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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St. Charles, IL Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Charles, IL
Pricing Updated: 01/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Charles, IL area range in price from $1,025 to $15,916 with an overall median price of $14,010. The three St. Charles neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Valley View at $1,547, Fox Mill at $1,087, and Bur Hill at $1,087. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Charles Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View | $2,401 | $1,547 | 45 |
| Fox Mill | $2,818 | $1,087 | 23 |
| Bur Hill | $15,765 | $1,087 | 27 |
| Cambridge | $15,765 | $1,087 | 54 |
| Crane Road Estates | $15,765 | $1,087 | 43 |
| Dunham Woods | $15,765 | $1,250 | 44 |
| Fox River Valley | $15,765 | $1,025 | 132 |
| Harvest Hills | $15,765 | $1,087 | 40 |
| LaFox Woods | $15,765 | $1,087 | 44 |
| Lower Corridor | $15,765 | $1,087 | 47 |
Cheapest Available St. Charles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Charles, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Haven St. Charles in the Riverfront neighborhood priced from $1,227. The View Apartments St Charles in the Riverfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,590. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Charles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven St. Charles | A2.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,227 |
| The View Apartments St Charles | Outlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 1 BR Retreat Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Village at Mill Creek | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Reserve at Village Center | Marigold | Studio,1BA | $1,655 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, IL
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Charles area is the $1.99 price per square foot 2B Model at Ashford at Geneva in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,989. The second greatest value St. Charles apartment is the Amherst Model at The Township at St. Charles starting at $1,811 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Riverfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford at Geneva | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Amherst | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 855 Munhall Ave, Unit Unit B | 855 Munhall Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Residence at Mill Creek | Cobblestone | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Prairie Pointe | 2bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| Haven St. Charles | A2.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in St. Charles, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Charles Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Charles?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Charles is at Reserve at Village Center listed at $1,655.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment is $1,227 at Haven St. Charles.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Charles Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Charles is starting from $1,725 at Prairie Pointe.
What is the most affordable St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Authentix South Elgin and starts from $2,143.
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