
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL from $800 (46 Rentals)
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River's Landing Apartments

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Royal Ridge Apartments

St. Charles Place Apartments

Westline

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The Township at St. Charles

Aspen Ridge

The Crossings at St. Charles

Authentix South Elgin
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Fox Run Apartments

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Seasons at Elgin

Springs At South Elgin

Bartlett Court Apartments

Springs at St Charles

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Prairie Pointe Apartments

Ascend St. Charles
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Fountain Square

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306-314 Wilson Ave

269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave
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715 E State St

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333 Raymond St

Firethorne

381 S Collins St

WC Kimball

Ashford at Geneva

675 Greenfield Ct

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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Wayne, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wayne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Studio Apartments | $1,599 | $1,025 | $1,889 |
| Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $826 | $5,642 |
| Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $967 | $4,691 |
| Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $2,030 | $4,743 |
| Wayne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $1,482 | $1,722 |
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Cheapest Available Wayne Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wayne, IL is a Studio unit found at 39 Surrey Dr in the West Ridge Village neighborhood priced from $1,100. Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wayne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey Drive | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Squire Village Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Westline | STU-410 | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Bartlett Lakes Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Shelby | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL and Nearby
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4BR/1.5BA Model at Squire Village Apartments in the in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood starting from $1,482. The second greatest value Wayne apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den Model at Fountain Square starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the College Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squire Village Apartments | 4BR/1.5BA | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Pepper Valley Apartments | Herrington - 2Bd/2Ba-Vaulted Ceiling | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Timber Lake | Pine | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Crossings at St. Charles | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Haven St. Charles | A1.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey Drive | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wayne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wayne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wayne is at 39 Surrey Dr listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wayne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wayne is starting from $1,156 at Squire Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Authentix South Elgin and starts from $2,473.
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