
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL from $800 (45 Rentals)
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River's Landing

Haven St. Charles

Wood Glen Senior Residences

Squire Village Apartments

Orchard Hills Apartments

Main Park Apartments

Royal Ridge Apartments

St. Charles Place Apartments
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Timber Lake

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39 Surrey Dr

19 S 4th Ave

Aspen Ridge
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The Township at St. Charles

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Springs at St Charles

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Panton Mill Station

The View Apartments St Charles

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Seasons at Elgin

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206 Oak St

306-314 Wilson Ave

269 Douglas Ave

278 Douglas Ave
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247 N Neltnor Blvd

Elgin Tower Lofts

333 Raymond St

1420 S 14th St

Firethorne

Ashford at Geneva

WC Kimball

128 S Hale Ave

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 | $1,685 | $1,025 | $2,173 |
| Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $826 | $2,925 |
| Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $967 | $3,995 |
| Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,843 | $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 Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Squire Village Apartments in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,156. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wayne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Squire Village Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Royal Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| River's Landing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 675 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| 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 | $1,445 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Fox Run Apartments | Shelby | 1BR,1BA | $1,469 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne, IL and Nearby
As of April 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 Covington Model at The Township at St. Charles starting at $2,345 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Riverfront 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 |
| The Township at St. Charles | Covington | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Fountain Square | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Authentix South Elgin | 2-2 BR Retreat Overlook | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Ashford at Geneva | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Pepper Valley Apartments | 2 BDR/2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Orchard Hills Apartments | D | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Timber Lake | Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| River's Landing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 775 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 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 $1,225.
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 The View Apartments St Charles and starts from $2,320.
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