
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunham Woods Neighborhood of St. Charles, IL from $900 (20 Rentals)
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The Township at St. Charles

Reserve at Prairie Centre

115 N 5th St, Unit 2

115 N 5th St, Unit Upper

Springs at St Charles
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115 N 5th St, Unit Upper

The Crossings at St. Charles

1360 Brook St

The View Apartments St Charles

1350 Brook St

Ascend St. Charles
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Anthony Place at Prairie Centre

Fox Place Apartments

Firethorne

222 State St

515 W State St

318 Dunham Place Commons
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Ashford at Geneva
Dunham Woods, St. Charles, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunham Woods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunham Woods Studio Apartments | $1,666 | $1,550 | $1,889 |
| Dunham Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,905 | $1,250 | $2,420 |
| Dunham Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,500 | $2,756 |
| Dunham Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,626 | $2,510 | $2,898 |
| Dunham Woods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,032 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Dunham Woods Neighborhood of St. Charles, IL.
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Cheapest Available Dunham Woods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunham Woods area of St. Charles, IL is a Studio unit found at The Township at St. Charles priced from $1,550. Reserve at Prairie Centre has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,678. Here are the most affordable Dunham Woods apartments for rent in St. Charles, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Reserve at Prairie Centre | Aster | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,706 |
| The View Apartments St Charles | Outlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunham Woods, IL
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunham Woods area is the $2.21 price per square foot B4 - Premium Model at Ascend St. Charles in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $2,192. The second greatest value Dunham Woods apartment is the 1 BR Designer Overlook Model at Springs at St Charles starting at $1,965 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Oak Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunham Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascend St. Charles | B4 - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Ashford at Geneva | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The View Apartments St Charles | Aspect | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
| Reserve at Prairie Centre | Aster | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
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Best Local Schools in Dunham Woods, St. Charles, IL
Norton Creek Elementary School
St Charles East High School
Wredling Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunham Woods Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dunham Woods?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dunham Woods is at The Township at St. Charles listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunham Woods Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunham Woods Apartment is $1,706 at The Crossings at St. Charles.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dunham Woods Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dunham Woods is starting from $2,048 at Ashford at Geneva.
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