
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL from $900 (16 Rentals)
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Wood Glen Senior Residences

121-157 Wycliffe Dr
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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 | $1,808 | $1,742 | $1,846 |
| West Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,136 | $2,401 |
| West Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $1,600 | $2,835 |
| West Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $2,754 | $2,931 |
| West Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,392 | $5,392 | $5,392 |
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Cheapest Available West Chicago Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wood Glen Senior Residences in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,136. Timber Lake in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,453. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Timber Lake | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,453 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond (Partially Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Springs at St Charles | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,742 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,921 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Chicago, IL
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Chicago area is the $2.37 price per square foot B2 Model at Winfield Station in the in the South Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,455. The second greatest value West Chicago apartment is the Pine Model at Timber Lake starting at $1,729 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Alta Vista Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winfield Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Timber Lake | Pine | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Springs at St Charles | 1 BR Designer Courtyard | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Aspen Ridge | 1x1 Diamond (Partially Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Ascend St. Charles | A2 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Wood Glen Senior Residences | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Chicago Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Chicago Apartment is $1,136 at Wood Glen Senior Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Chicago Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Chicago is starting from $1,729 at Timber Lake.
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