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39 N King Arthur Ct

300 W Fullerton Ave
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137 W Grand Ave

446 N Ardmore Ave

17 N Hillside Ave
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1043 S York Rd

329 Kimbell Ave

361 N York St
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2021 S Wolf Rd

2021 S Wolf Rd

190 S Wood Dale Rd
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201 E Fremont Ave

609 Linden 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 | $2,190 | $1,299 | $3,377 |
Elmhurst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,460 | $2,200 | $6,450 |
Elmhurst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,481 | $3,000 | $6,890 |
Elmhurst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,900 | $5,900 | $5,900 |
Elmhurst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elmhurst, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/19/2025Current 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 | $5,703 | $1,194 | 44 |
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 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Elmhurst Terrace | Wrigley | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmhurst area is the $1.90 price per square foot Maple Model at Eldridge Townhomes in the in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood starting from $5,703. The second greatest value Elmhurst apartment is the 1045 David Dr Model at 1045 David Dr, Unit 2W starting at $1,750 with a $1.59 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 | Maple | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.90 |
1045 David Dr, Unit 2W | 1045 David Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Brentwood Apartments | Luxury Line | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Elmhurst Place Apartments | The Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
233 S Hale St, Unit 2F | 233 S Hale St | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
The Bennington | Seven 70 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Brook Forest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
230 W Division St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Liberty Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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 465 Apartments for Rent in Elmhurst, IL with pricing that ranges from $950 to $27,723. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmhurst ranging from $1,200 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 $1,200 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,689.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elmhurst?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elmhurst range from $2,500 to $27,469, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $6,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,749.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
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