Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $585 (92 Rentals)

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ReNew Wheaton Center
$1,540 - $2,495

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ReNew Wheaton Center

2-6 WHEATON CtrWheaton, IL 60187
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Briarbrook
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$1,703 - $3,258

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Briarbrook

1147 Briarbrook DrWheaton, IL 60189
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President Apartments
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President Apartments

209-211 President StWheaton, IL 60187
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720 Crescent St
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720 Crescent St

720 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Wheaton Park Apartments
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Wheaton Park Apartments

804-812 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Monticello Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello Apartments

995-1005 S Lorraine RdWheaton, IL 60189
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1039 College Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 College Ave

1039 college AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Taft Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Taft Apartments

1003-1007 Taft AveWheaton, IL 60189

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1307 College Ave
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1307 College Ave

1307 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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1511 E Roosevelt Rd
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1511 E Roosevelt Rd

1511 E Roosevelt RdWheaton, IL 60187
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property at 8 Sterling Cir
$1,699 - $1,749
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8 Sterling Cir

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property at 85 Kensington Cir
$1,849 - $2,349
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property at 32 Sterling Cir
$1,899 - $2,576
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32 Sterling Cir

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property at 41 Kensington Cir
$1,899 - $2,349
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property at 105 Kensington Cir
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property at 45 Kensington Cir
$1,899 - $2,299
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45 Kensington Cir

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property at 6 Sterling Cir
$1,919 - $2,014
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6 Sterling Cir

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property at 84 Sterling Cir
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Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms priced from $1,300. St. Charles Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. Here are the most affordable Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenilworth Arms1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,365
Timber LakeCedar1BR,1BA$1,375
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
392 Executive Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
The Arbors of Glen EllynOne Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$1,404
Iron Gate Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 564 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,440
Prairie Path Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,495
Renaissance at Carol Stream1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,505

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor, IL

As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor area is the $2.28 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath - Upgraded Model at Willows of Wheaton in the in the North Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor 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 East Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willows of Wheaton3 Bed 2 Bath - Upgraded3BR,2BA$2.28
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Residences at LakesideMadison - Premium Plus1BR,1BA$2.09
International Village LombardA1BR,1BA$2.18
Kenilworth Arms1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.73
Carol Stream CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$2.25
Timber LakeCedar1BR,1BA$1.90
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED1BR,1BA$2.07
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.95
Renaissance at Carol Stream1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.18

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor, Wheaton, and the greater Chicago area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor?

The cheapest apartment in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor is Kenilworth Arms which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor costs $2,085.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor?

Cheap apartments in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor have an average cost of $235 which is $1,850 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Glen Ellyn to West Chicago Corridor.

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