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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL from $800 (40 Rentals)
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Liberty Village Senior Apartments
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Elmhurst Terrace
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Elmhurst Place Apartments
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Furnished Studio - Elmhurst
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Butterfield Towers
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Maple Crossing Apartments
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Param Apartments
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Regents Park Apartments
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Brook Forest Apartments
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337 S Ardmore Ave, Unit 2F
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The Bennington
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Fairway Green Apartments
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Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook*
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Brentwood Apartments
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1045 David Dr, Unit 2W
Elmhurst, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Elmhurst Studio Apartments | $1,843 | $1,000 | $2,153 |
Cheap Elmhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $950 | $6,454 |
Cheap Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,596 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,320 | $2,099 | $10,000+ |
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Elmhurst, IL Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL
Pricing Updated: 02/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Elmhurst, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elmhurst Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Elmhurst | $5,285 | $1,000 | 812 |
Cheapest Available Elmhurst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmhurst, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Argyle Garden Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood priced from $950. Liberty Village Senior Apartments in the Elmhurst City Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmhurst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Liberty Village Senior Apartments | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Maple Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Elmhurst Terrace | Stanley | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
The Bennington | Seven 70 | 1BR,1BA | $1,457 |
Brentwood Apartments | Premier Line | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL
As of February 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.60 price per square foot Hickory Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 1045 David Dr Model at 1045 David Dr, Unit 2W starting at $1,650 with a $1.50 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eldridge Townhomes | Hickory | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
1045 David Dr, Unit 2W | 1045 David Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment* | Two Bedroom #604 - $1,000 off move in | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Brentwood Apartments | Luxury Line | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
The Bennington | Seven 70 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Maple Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Liberty Village Senior Apartments | Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmhurst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmhurst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmhurst is at Elmhurst Terrace listed at $1,389.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment is $950 at Argyle Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmhurst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmhurst is starting from $1,473 at The Bennington.
What is the most affordable Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmhurst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Versailles on the Lakes Oakbrook* and starts from $2,694.
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