
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $585 (48 Rentals)
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ReNew Wheaton Center

Willows of Wheaton

1420 Stonebridge Cir, Unit N5
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1407 E Roosevelt Rd

1420 Stonebridge Cir

1719 E Roosevelt Rd

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1220 S Lorraine Rd
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116 N Main St

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Kenilworth Arms

St. Charles Square

The Arbors of Glen Ellyn

392 Executive Dr

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Renaissance at Carol Stream

Parkside Estates
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Carol Stream Crossing

252 Shorewood Dr

252 Shorewood Dr, Unit 2D

371 Sandhurst Cir

Anthony Place at Glendale Heights

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Shorewood Tower

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440 Lorraine St

440 Lorraine St

400 S Main Pl
North Wheaton, Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Wheaton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Wheaton Studio Apartments | $2,298 | $2,175 | $2,445 |
| North Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,187 | $4,470 |
| North Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $1,401 | $6,180 |
| North Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,885 | $1,772 | $5,434 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL.
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Cheapest Available North Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Wheaton 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 North Wheaton apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 392 Executive Dr | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,404 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,612 |
| ReNew Wheaton Center | Seven 91 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Courthouse Square Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,178 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Wheaton, IL
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Wheaton 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 North Wheaton 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 North Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows of Wheaton | 3 Bed 2 Bath - Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| ReNew Wheaton Center | Six 15B | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 392 Executive Dr | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Wheaton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Wheaton?
The cheapest apartment in North Wheaton is Kenilworth Arms which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in North Wheaton costs $1,882.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Wheaton?
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 2 regular apartments in North Wheaton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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