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Carol Stream, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carol Stream?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carol Stream 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,081 | $1,500 | $2,850 |
Carol Stream 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,565 | $1,995 | $3,500 |
Carol Stream 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,397 | $2,995 | $8,000 |
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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 $1,345. 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 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Wheaton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carol Stream area is the $2.00 price per square foot 484 Western Ave Model at 484 Western Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Carol Stream apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Lakeland Lofts Luxury Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Bloomingdale Walk 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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484 Western Ave, Unit 2 | 484 Western Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.00 |
Lakeland Lofts Luxury Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
Camden at Bloomingdale | C-3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Carol Stream Crossing | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
192 S Waters Edge Dr, Unit 101 | 192 S Waters Edge Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
The Mark | Berkshire | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
The Greenway at Carol Stream | 1 Bedroom w WD | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carol Stream
What type of rentals are currently available in Carol Stream?
There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $29,347. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carol Stream ranging from $1,225 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carol Stream?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carol Stream ranges from $1,225 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,601.
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