
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $700 (40 Rentals)
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Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments

Autumn Mist on Lorraine

Prairie Path Apartments

1105 College Ave

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Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments

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Briarbrook

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617 Delles Rd, Unit B
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1307 College Ave

TGM Danada

ReNew Wheaton Center

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President Apartments

720 Crescent St

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Wheaton Park Apartments
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Monticello Apartments

Wheaton Square Apartments

1039 College Ave

The Residences at Lorriane Court Apartments

Taft Apartments

1007 Taft Ave

1511 E Roosevelt Rd

1441 Woodcutter Ln
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20 Sterling Cir

1407 Roosevelt Rd

Kenilworth Arms

382 Penn Apartments

Parkside Apartments

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24 N Main St, Unit 1W

The Arbors of Glen Ellyn

413 N Main St, Unit 36
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28 N Main St

Hillcrest Apartments

32 N Main St

503 Duane St

29 Greenwood St

532 Hillside Ave

367 Pembroke Ln

440 Lorraine St
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East Wheaton, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Wheaton Studio Apartments | $2,191 | $1,325 | $3,107 |
| East Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,200 | $3,267 |
| East Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,600 | $5,800 |
| East Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $2,250 | $6,914 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL.
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Cheapest Available East Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Wheaton area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms priced from $1,200. Wheaton Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable East Wheaton apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Wheaton Court Apartments | 1br1ba 2nd Floor | 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 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,421 |
| 382 Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Wheaton, IL
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Wheaton area is the $2.00 price per square foot 484 Western Ave Model at 484 Western Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value East Wheaton apartment is the 2BR Model at 1307 College Ave starting at $1,700 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the East Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 484 Western Ave, Unit 2 | 484 Western Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 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 |
| 28 N Main St | 28 N Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Briarbrook | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 24 N Main St, Unit 1W | 24 N Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Wheaton, Wheaton, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Wheaton, Wheaton, IL
Lincoln Elementary School
Glenbard South High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Wheaton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Wheaton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Wheaton is at 382 Penn Apartments listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Wheaton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Wheaton Apartment is $1,200 at Kenilworth Arms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Wheaton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Wheaton is starting from $1,495 at Taft Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Wheaton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at TGM Danada and starts from $2,799.
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