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115 N 5th St, Unit Upper

38 Crissey Ave

14 S Jackson St

45 Spuhler Dr
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314-316 W Main St

39 Spuhler Dr

1109 Kane St

222 State St

1447 Big Horn Trail
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57 Hunt Club Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,237 | $1,795 | $3,000 |
| St. Charles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,393 | $2,200 | $6,130 |
| St. Charles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,396 | $2,400 | $5,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Charles, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Charles, IL area range in price from $1,034 to $17,060 with an overall median price of $15,138. The three St. Charles neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Valley View at $1,600, Fox Mill at $1,034, and Bur Hill at $1,034. 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 | $2,597 | $1,600 | 46 |
| Fox Mill | $2,992 | $1,034 | 32 |
| Bur Hill | $17,038 | $1,034 | 29 |
| Cambridge | $17,038 | $1,034 | 57 |
| Crane Road Estates | $17,038 | $1,034 | 45 |
| Dunham Woods | $17,038 | $1,250 | 38 |
| Fox River Valley | $17,038 | $1,034 | 110 |
| Harvest Hills | $17,038 | $1,034 | 41 |
| LaFox Woods | $17,038 | $1,034 | 48 |
| Lower Corridor | $17,038 | $1,034 | 52 |
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 $1,278. Reserve at Village Center in the Randall Road Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,545. 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 | $1,278 |
| Reserve at Village Center | Violet | Studio,1BA | $1,545 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Reserve at Prairie Centre | Aster | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, IL
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Charles area is the $2.26 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B4 Model at Prairie Winds Apartments in the in the Riverfront neighborhood starting from $3,022. The second greatest value St. Charles apartment is the Herrington - 2Bd/2Ba-Vaulted Ceiling Model at Pepper Valley Apartments starting at $1,825 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Batavia Historic District 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Pepper Valley Apartments | Herrington - 2Bd/2Ba-Vaulted Ceiling | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| The Village at Mill Creek | Oakleaf | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Springs at St Charles | 2 BR Designer Courtyard Garage | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 1332 S 14th St, Unit C1 | 1332 S 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Panton Mill Station | The Beech | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Adele | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
| Haven St. Charles | A2.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in St. Charles?
There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,034 to $17,057. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Charles ranging from $1,795 to $6,130.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Charles?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Charles ranges from $1,795 to $6,130 with an average monthly rent of $3,342.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Charles?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Charles range from $2,015 to $4,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $6,130. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.
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