
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL from $500 (29 Rentals)
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College Ave. Apartments

President Apartments

720 Crescent St

College Court Apartments

Wheaton Park Apartments

Monticello Apartments
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Lorraine Court Apartments

1039 college Ave

352 Marion Ave

413 N Main St

Villagebrook Apartments

Country Villas Apartments & Townhomes

The Arbors of Glen Ellyn
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St. Charles Square

567 Pershing Ave

The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street

Parkside Apartments

Anthony Place at Glendale Heights

503 Duane St

Creekview Apartments
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Shorewood Tower

Wellington Creek Apartments

Lisle Place Apartments

Arbor Place of Lisle Senior Living

Covered Bridges Apartment

CSSI Apartments
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1014 Burlington Ave
Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wheaton Studio Apartments | $2,117 | $1,649 | $3,390 |
| Cheap Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $725 | $3,642 |
| Cheap Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $1,401 | $4,586 |
| Cheap Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,192 | $1,772 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheaton, IL
Pricing Updated: 01/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Wheaton, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wheaton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wheaton | $4,975 | $1,495 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheaton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Arbors of Glen Ellyn in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood priced from $1,267. St. Charles Square in the North Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheaton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| WHEATON COURT, LLC | 1BR1BA Rehabbed | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lakeside Apartments | Erie A | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| 382 Penn | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Mark | Auburn | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wheaton area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Courts Of Williamsburg in the in the South Wheaton neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Wheaton apartment is the one bedroom Model at Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courts Of Williamsburg | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Huron | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Briarbrook | Walnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Lisle Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wheaton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wheaton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wheaton is at Apex 400 Apartments listed at $1,899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheaton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheaton Apartment is $1,267 at The Arbors of Glen Ellyn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wheaton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wheaton is starting from $1,595 at St. Charles Square.
What is the most affordable Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside Apartments and starts from $2,260.
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