Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $700 (16 Rentals)

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1039 college Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 college Ave

1039 college AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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1307 College Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1307 College Ave

1307 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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1041 College Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1041 College Ave

1041 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Wheaton Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wheaton Park Apartments

804-812 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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130 N President St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130 N President St

130 N President StWheaton, IL 60187
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720 Crescent St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

720 Crescent St

720 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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1117 E Roosevelt Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1117 E Roosevelt Rd

1117 E Roosevelt RdWheaton, IL 60187
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Crestview
Studio Apartments

Crestview

403-407 N President StWheaton, IL 60187

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1324 E Roosevelt Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1324 E Roosevelt Rd

1324 E Roosevelt RdWheaton, IL 60187
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Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Wheaton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wheaton area of Wheaton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Prairie Path Apartments priced from $1,450. ReNew Wheaton Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wheaton apartments for rent in Wheaton, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Prairie Path Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,450
ReNew Wheaton CenterEight 181BR,1BA$1,850
Wheaton 121A1BR,1BA$1,893
Courthouse Square ApartmentsStudio EStudio,1BA$2,605

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wheaton, IL

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wheaton area is the $2.43 price per square foot J Model at Wheaton 121 in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,607. The second greatest value Downtown Wheaton apartment is the Seven 62 Model at ReNew Wheaton Center starting at $1,935 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the East Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wheaton 121J2BR,2BA$2.43
ReNew Wheaton CenterSeven 621BR,1BA$2.54
Courthouse Square ApartmentsStudio EStudio ,1BA$3.69
Prairie Path Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton, IL

Ranked #3

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Wheaton Neighborhood in Wheaton, IL

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wheaton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wheaton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wheaton Apartment is $1,450 at Prairie Path Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wheaton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wheaton is starting from $2,118 at Wheaton 121.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.