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104 W Illinois St
4500 Beau Monde Dr

1340 N Main St

238 Shorewood Dr

1348 S Lorraine Rd
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21 Kensington Cir

78 Sterling Cir

53 Kensington Cir

8 Sterling Cir

4731 St Joseph Creek Rd

530 Hillside Ave
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Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,521 | $1,550 | $3,227 |
| Wheaton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,298 | $2,200 | $8,000 |
| Wheaton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,262 | $2,600 | $4,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheaton, IL
Pricing Updated: 10/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Wheaton, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wheaton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wheaton | $4,932 | $1,295 | 55 |
Cheapest Available Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheaton, IL is a Studio unit found at 382 Penn in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street in the South Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheaton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 382 Penn | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,416 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wheaton area is the $2.00 price per square foot Pollock Model at Avant at the Arboretum in the in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood starting from $2,305. The second greatest value Wheaton apartment is the B6-Renovated Model at Preserve at Cantera starting at $2,355 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the South Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avant at the Arboretum | Pollock | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Preserve at Cantera | B6-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 4938 Beau Bien Blvd, Unit 1B | 4938 Beau Bien Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Winfield Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 1511 E Roosevelt Rd | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Courts Of Williamsburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - BPC RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Wheaton?
There are currently 168 Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $13,041. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wheaton ranging from $1,350 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wheaton?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wheaton ranges from $1,350 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,611.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wheaton?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wheaton range from $1,772 to $8,169, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,127.
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