
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $700 (43 Rentals)
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WHEATON COURT, LLC

Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments

Autumn Mist on Lorraine

ReNew Wheaton Center

Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments

Briarbrook

1307 College Ave
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933 College Ave

TGM Danada

1003 S Blanchard St

TGM Retreat at Danada

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President Apartments

720 Crescent St
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College Court Apartments

Wheaton Park Apartments

Monticello Apartments

Wheaton

1039 college Ave

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The Residences at Lorriane Court Apartments

1511 E Roosevelt Rd
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1041 College Ave

2 West St

1732 Harrow Ct

116 N Main St

1780 Gloucester Ct

413 N Main St, Unit 36

Kenilworth Arms

475 St Moritz Dr, Unit 1F
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567 Pershing Ave, Unit B

Parkside Apartments

428 N Park Blvd

The Arbors of Glen Ellyn

382 Penn Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

330 Duane St

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486 Duane Terrace, Unit C

503 Duane 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 | $1,802 | $1,100 | $2,339 |
| East Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,200 | $3,112 |
| East Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,650 | $4,586 |
| East Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,032 | $2,205 | $10,000+ |
| East Wheaton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,794 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 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 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,209. 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 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,209 |
| 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 A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| Briarbrook | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| ReNew Wheaton Center | Six 00 | Studio,1BA | $1,580 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Huron | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Wheaton, IL
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Wheaton area is the $1.50 price per square foot 933 College Ave Model at 933 College Ave in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value East Wheaton apartment is the B2 The Sonnet Model at TGM Retreat at Danada starting at $2,699 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Briarcliffe Knolls 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 933 College Ave | 933 College Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| TGM Retreat at Danada | B2 The Sonnet | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Huron | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Briarbrook | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Wheaton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
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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 Wheaton listed at $1,209.
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 $1,650 at Parkside 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 $2,699.
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