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170 E Lake St

ElmhurstIL60126
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The Fynn
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The Fynn

183 N Addison AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Charlestown Place
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Charlestown Place

200 N Michigan AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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York Meadows
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York Meadows

841 York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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365 S West Ave
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365 S West Ave

365 S West AveElmhurst, IL 60126

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111 N Larch Ave
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111 N Larch Ave

111 N Larch AveElmhurst, IL 60126
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Crescent Court
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Crescent Court

135 S York StElmhurst, IL 60126
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Essex Place East
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Essex Place East

175 W Brush Hill RdElmhurst, IL 60126
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339 N Yale Ave

Villa ParkIL60181
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37 King Arthur Ct
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37 King Arthur Ct

37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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330 N Ardmore Ave
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330 N Ardmore Ave

330 N Ardmore AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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231 S Villa Ave
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231 S Villa Ave

231 S Villa AveVilla Park, IL 60181
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Villabrook
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Villabrook

125 S Villa AveAddison, IL 60101
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Elmhurst, IL Local Guide

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Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 25, 2025

There are currently 25 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Elmhurst, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $1,259 to $3,430. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elmhurst with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Elmhurst25$2,276$1,259

Largest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmhurst, IL is found at Elmhurst Place Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood and is 1,370 square feet priced from $2,025. Arden of Oak Brook in the Highland Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,013 square feet and currently listed start at $2,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elmhurst:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Elmhurst Place ApartmentsThe Cottage Hill1,370 Sq Ft$2,025
Arden of Oak Brook1BC1,013 Sq Ft$2,275
Vyne on Haven1 BED+D - B ADAPTABLE907 Sq Ft$2,902
The FynnA8866 Sq Ft$2,641
Brentwood ApartmentsLuxury Line840 Sq Ft$1,595
Elm Creek ApartmentsButterfield805 Sq Ft$1,864
One Oak Brook CommonsD1798 Sq Ft$3,115
Ovaltine CourtLoft 787 SF (private entry)787 Sq Ft$2,081
The BenningtonSeven 70770 Sq Ft$1,550
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,350

Cheapest Available Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 25, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmhurst, IL is the 1x1 600 Model starting from $950 at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood. The second most affordable Elmhurst 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 230 W Division St starting at $1,150 in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmhurst is currently $2,542. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elmhurst:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Argyle Garden Apartments1x1 600$950
230 W Division St1 Bed 1 Bath$1,150
Maple Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,255
Liberty Village1 Bed, 1 bath$1,302
Brook Forest Apartments1 Bedroom$1,350
Elmhurst TerraceWrigley$1,446
Regents Park Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment Home$1,460
The BenningtonSeven 70$1,534
Brentwood ApartmentsPremier Line$1,595

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Elmhurst Overview

Largely considered a western suburb of Chicago, Elmhurst is a thriving community with much to offer potential Illinois residents. With a population of around 45,000, this is a locale that combines the best of smaller city life with easy access to the amenities of a bigger municipality.

Why live in Elmhurst, IL?

Family Circus recently dubbed the city 'One of the Best U.S. Towns for Families' with good reason. Home to a long-standing economic infrastructure in healthcare and higher education, Elmhurst apartments offer a welcoming ambiance and relaxed environment that is ideal for families as well as working-class professionals. With the Chicago job market and nightlife offerings just a stone's throw away, it's easy to see why Elmhurst has remained a popular draw among Illinois residents.

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Getting Around Elmhurst, IL

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Elmhurst with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elmhurst is at Argyle Garden Apartments listed at $950.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is $2,542.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmhurst is a 1,370 square feet unit starting from $2,025 at Elmhurst Place Apartments.

What is the average size for Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elmhurst is currently 803 sq ft.

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