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234 Shorewood Dr, Unit GC

1040 Garner Ave

573 Pershing Ave

20 Sterling Cir

1444 Stonebridge Cir

1407 Roosevelt Rd

2300 Beau Monde Terrace
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1284 Prairie Ave

281 Shorewood Dr

105 Kensington Cir

1486 Stonebridge Cir

53 Kensington Cir

89 Kensington Cir

1344 S Lorraine Rd, Unit LeClair Condominiums B

63 Kensington Cir
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61 Kensington Cir

41 Kensington Cir

32 Sterling Cir

507 W Wesley St

413 Sidney Ave

28 Sterling Cir

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $1,750 | $3,200 |
| Wheaton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,018 | $2,450 | $4,650 |
| Wheaton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,329 | $2,500 | $4,300 |
| Wheaton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| Wheaton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheaton, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/27/2026Current 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 | $1,495 | 23 |
Cheapest Available Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheaton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Kenilworth Arms in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,200. St. Charles Square in the North Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheaton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,392 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wheaton area is the $2.00 price per square foot Hickory Model at Briarbrook in the in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood starting from $2,028. The second greatest value 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 Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarbrook | Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 617 Delles Rd, Unit Unit B | 617 Delles Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Courts Of Williamsburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Arboretum Villages | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Wheaton, ILPopulation: 53,150
Ranked #738
in US Census Population by City
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What type of rentals are currently available in Wheaton?
There are currently 181 Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $8,448. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wheaton ranging from $1,450 to $6,000.
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 $1,450 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,098.
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