
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL from $800 (50 Rentals)
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Haven St. Charles

Wood Glen Senior Residences

Squire Village Apartments

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St. Charles Place Apartments

Royal Ridge Apartments

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Hanover Park Blu Apartments

Timber Lake

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39 Surrey Dr

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Aspen Ridge

The Township at St. Charles

Authentix South Elgin

Springs at St Charles
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Fox Run Apartments

The Crossings at St. Charles

Reserve at Prairie Centre

Bartlett Court Apartments

The View Apartments St Charles

Prairie Pointe Apartments

Seasons at Elgin

Panton Mill Station

Springs At South Elgin

Ascend St. Charles
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306-314 Wilson Ave

269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave

Elgin Tower Lofts

333 Raymond St

Firethorne

1493 Keystone Ct

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Ashford at Geneva

142 Ann Ct

516 Hendee St

1990 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

318 Dunham Place Commons

1109 Kane St

1291 Coldspring Rd

222 State St

109 Daniel Ct

4564 Whitney Dr
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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 | $1,640 | $1,025 | $1,889 |
| Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $826 | $2,925 |
| Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $967 | $3,995 |
| Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $2,015 | $4,550 |
| 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 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Hills Apartments in the East Streamwood neighborhood priced from $985. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Hills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| 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 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Haven St. Charles | A2.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Westline | STU-410 | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Bartlett Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (C) | 2BR,1BA | $1,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL and Nearby
As of May 17, 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 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | C | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Timber Lake | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Franklin | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| River's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Hanover Park Blu Apartments | The Lincoln | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Haven St. Charles | A2.R - 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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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 Royal Ridge Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment is $985 at Orchard Hills Apartments.
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 $1,100 at Orchard Hills Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Township at St. Charles and starts from $2,350.
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