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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 | $2,950 |
Carol Stream 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,818 | $1,995 | $4,375 |
Carol Stream 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,131 | $3,395 | $8,000 |
Carol Stream 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,137 | $2,775 | $3,500 |
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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 |
The Greenway at Carol Stream | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carol Stream area is the $2.02 price per square foot Hawthorne Model at Carol Stream Crossing in the in the North Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,081. The second greatest value Carol Stream apartment is the A1-2 Model at Camden at Bloomingdale starting at $1,838 with a $2.18 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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Carol Stream Crossing | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.02 |
Camden at Bloomingdale | A1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The Greenway at Carol Stream | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.91 |
The Mark | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Windsor Estate Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Renaissance at Carol Stream | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Carol Stream
What type of rentals are currently available in Carol Stream?
There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $13,407. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carol Stream ranging from $1,055 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 $1,055 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,861.
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