
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $700 (35 Rentals)
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1307 College Ave

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617 Delles Rd, Unit B

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1426 Stonebridge Circle, Unit K5

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1344 S Lorraine Rd, Unit LeClair Condominiums B

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President Apartments

720 Crescent St

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1039 College Ave

Taft Apartments

The Residences at Lorriane Court Apartments

1040 Garner Ave

1511 E Roosevelt Rd

1444 Stonebridge Cir
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1407 Roosevelt Rd

1486 Stonebridge Cir

507 W Wesley St

Kenilworth Arms

475 St Moritz Dr

Carol Stream Crossing

382 Penn Apartments

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392 Executive Dr

440 Lorraine St
Center, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Studio Apartments | $2,086 | $1,250 | $2,660 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $1,200 | $3,137 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $1,630 | $4,548 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,147 | $2,211 | $8,448 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL.
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Cheapest Available Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms priced from $1,200. Carol Stream Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,392. Here are the most affordable Center apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,392 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 382 Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,454 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Wheaton Court Apartments | 1BR1BA Rehabbed | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Murphy | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1671 Grosvenor Cir Model at 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Center apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Upgraded - 1st Floor (West) Model at Willows of Wheaton starting at $2,275 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the North Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C | 1671 Grosvenor Cir | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Willows of Wheaton | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upgraded - 1st Floor (West) | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 617 Delles Rd, Unit Unit B | 617 Delles Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Murphy | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Best Local Schools in Center, Wheaton, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center is at 382 Penn Apartments listed at $1,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $1,200 at Kenilworth Arms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center is starting from $1,495 at Taft Apartments.
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