
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Wheaton Neighborhood of Wheaton, IL from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments

Autumn Mist on Lorraine

Prairie Path Apartments

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Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments

1307 College Ave

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617 Delles Rd, Unit B

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933 College Ave, Unit B
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ReNew Wheaton Center

Willows of Wheaton

Courthouse Square Apartments

College Ave. Apartments

President Apartments

720 Crescent St

College Court Apartments

Wheaton Park Apartments
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Monticello Apartments

Wheaton

1039 College Ave

The Residences at Lorriane Court Apartments

Taft Apartments

1007 Taft Ave

1511 E Roosevelt Rd

1444 Stonebridge Cir
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1407 Roosevelt Rd

Villagebrook Apartments

Kenilworth Arms

336 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 7

St. Charles Square

382 Penn Apartments

The Arbors of Glen Ellyn

Parkside Estates
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Renaissance at Carol Stream

Carol Stream Crossing

252 Shorewood Dr

480 St Moritz Dr, Unit 1C

Anthony Place at Glendale Heights

Autumn Ridge Apartments

Shorewood Tower

Covered Bridges Apartment
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CSSI Apartments

392 Executive Dr

440 Lorraine St

357 Bloomfield Ln
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 | $2,478 | $2,084 | $3,107 |
| North Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,187 | $3,322 |
| North Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,401 | $5,008 |
| North Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,814 | $1,772 | $6,894 |
| North Wheaton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $19,289 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 44 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 $1,200. 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 | $1,200 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Wheaton Court Apartments on Crescent Street in Wheaton | 1br1ba 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 382 Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Wheaton, IL
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Wheaton area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2BR Model at 1307 College Ave in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value North Wheaton apartment is the 1 Bed 1.5 Bath - Refresh Model at Willows of Wheaton starting at $1,925 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Willows of Wheaton | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath - Refresh | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.05 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 617 Delles Rd, Unit Unit B | 617 Delles Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Kenilworth Arms | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Carol Stream Crossing | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 382 Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Wheaton, Wheaton, IL
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Best Local Schools in North Wheaton, Wheaton, IL
Longfellow Elementary School
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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 $1,200, while the average apartment in North Wheaton costs $19,289.
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 1 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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