
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL (25 Rentals)


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Timber Lake

Wood Glen Senior Residences

324 Wilson Ave

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333-339-339 Clayton St

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306-314 Wilson Ave

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Winfield Station

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Ascend St. Charles

715 E State St

244 Klein Creek Ct

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29W544 W Country Ridge Rd
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29W534 Country Ridge Dr

29W549 Country Ridge Dr

29W536 W Country Ridge Rd

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,818 | $1,762 | $1,846 |
West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,854 | $1,136 | $2,385 |
| West Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $1,595 | $2,867 |
| West Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,875 | $2,754 | $2,931 |
| West Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,492 | $5,492 | $5,492 |
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Largest Available West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Chicago, IL is found at Springs at St Charles in the Oak Meadows neighborhood and is 800 square feet priced from $2,038. Timber Lake in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 722 square feet and currently listed start at $1,453. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in West Chicago:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Grand Courtyard | 800 Sq Ft | $2,038 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 722 Sq Ft | $1,453 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond (Partially Renovated) | 700 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 694 Sq Ft | $1,941 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 560 Sq Ft | $1,136 |
Cheapest Available West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 30, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Chicago, IL is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood. The second most affordable West Chicago 1 Bedroom is the Cedar Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,453 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Chicago is currently $1,854. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in West Chicago:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | $1,136 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | $1,453 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond (Partially Renovated) | $1,599 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | $1,921 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | $2,036 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Chicago Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Chicago Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Chicago is $1,854.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Chicago is a 800 square feet unit starting from $2,038 at Springs at St Charles.
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