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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carol Stream?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Carol Stream Studio Apartments | $2,200 | $1,195 | $3,544 |
Cheap Carol Stream 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $1,187 | $7,303 |
Cheap Carol Stream 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,289 | $1,401 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Carol Stream 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,416 | $1,772 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Carol Stream Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carol Stream, IL is a Studio unit found at Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,195. WHEATON COURT, LLC in the East Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carol Stream apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gentry Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
WHEATON COURT, LLC | 1br1ba 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Wheaton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carol Stream area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2B/2B L3 Model at Lakeland Lofts Luxury Apartments in the in the Bloomingdale Walk neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Carol Stream apartment is the Hawthorne Model at Carol Stream Crossing starting at $2,045 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the North Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carol Stream apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lakeland Lofts Luxury Apartments | 2B/2B L3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
Carol Stream Crossing | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.99 |
Camden at Bloomingdale | A1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The Greenway at Carol Stream | 1 Bedroom w WD | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
Windsor Estate Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Wheaton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
WHEATON COURT, LLC | 1br1ba 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Gentry Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Carol Stream, IL
Glenbard North High School
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Getting Around Carol Stream, IL
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carol Stream Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carol Stream?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carol Stream is at Gentry Manor Apartments listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Stream Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Stream Apartment is $1,295 at Gentry Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carol Stream Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carol Stream is starting from $1,747 at Carol Stream Crossing.
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