
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmhurst, IL from $1,000 (18 Rentals)
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137 W Grand Ave

215 W Grand Ave

526 S York St

9618-9620 Ivanhoe Ct

610 Lincoln St

22-622 N Lincoln Ave

1043 S York Rd

315 Kimbell Ave

5905 Ridge Ave
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2359 N Nordica Ave

308 Lincoln Ct

190 S Wood Dale Rd

3848 25th Ave

323 22nd Ave

131 N Addison Ave

724 N 3rd Ave

440 N Douglas Ave
Elmhurst, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmhurst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,359 | $1,850 | $3,200 |
Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,067 | $2,300 | $4,800 |
Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,408 | $2,495 | $4,500 |
Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,700 | $5,700 | $5,700 |
Elmhurst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,333 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current 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 | $5,130 | $1,194 | 764 |
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. 230 W Division St in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. 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 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Maple Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Elmhurst Terrace | Stanley | Studio,1BA | $1,337 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.87 price per square foot Aspen Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $4,880. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the Two Bedroom #604 Model at Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment* starting at $1,830 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Metra-Bensenville Station neighborhood. 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 | Aspen | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.87 |
Linden Towers *Washer & Dryer in Apartment* | Two Bedroom #604 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
126 N Maple Ave, Unit 2 | 126 N Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
The Bennington | Eight 72 | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Brentwood Apartments | Luxury Line | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Maple Crossing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
337 S Ardmore Ave, Unit 2F | 337 S Ardmore Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Argyle Garden Apartments | 1x1 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmhurst
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmhurst?
There are currently 469 Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL with pricing that ranges from $950 to $29,653. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmhurst ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmhurst?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmhurst ranges from $1,000 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,232.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.