Cheap Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL from $500 (27 Rentals)

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40-50 Briar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

40-50 Briar St

40-50 Briar StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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503 Duane St
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503 Duane St

503 Duane StGlen Ellyn, IL 60137
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President Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

President Apartments

209-211 President StWheaton, IL 60187
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720 Crescent St
Studio Apartments

720 Crescent St

720 Crescent StWheaton, IL 60187
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Autumn Ridge Apartments
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Autumn Ridge Apartments

326 S President StCarol Stream, IL 60188
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Monticello Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello Apartments

995-1005 S Lorraine RdWheaton, IL 60189
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Willow Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Lake

21W547 North AveLombard, IL 60148
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1039 College Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 College Ave

1039 College AveWheaton, IL 60187
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Glen Ellyn, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Glen Ellyn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Glen Ellyn, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 400 East in the Downtown Villa Park neighborhood priced from $530. Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Glen Ellyn apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
400 East1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$530
Gentry Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,325
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395
The Haven at HighlandThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1,399
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Iron Gate Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 607 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,450
Wheaton1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,480
Renaissance at Carol Stream1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,535

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn area is the $1.80 price per square foot Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $2,588. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn apartment is the Cullen Model at The Easton Downers Grove starting at $2,600 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Highland Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glen Ellyn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2200 GraceBerkshire3BR,2BA$1.80
The Easton Downers GroveCullen2BR,2BA$2.12
Carol Stream CrossingHawthorne2BR,1.5BA$1.99
The Arbors of Glen EllynTwo Bedrooms Floor Plan B22BR,2BA$1.95
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
International Village LombardA1BR,1BA$2.08
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1.99
St. Charles Square1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.11
400 East1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.83
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 1st Floor1BR,1BA$2.17

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Getting Around Glen Ellyn, IL

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glen Ellyn Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Glen Ellyn?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Glen Ellyn is at Gentry Manor Apartments listed at $1,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment is $530 at 400 East.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Glen Ellyn Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Glen Ellyn is starting from $625 at 400 East.

What is the most affordable Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Glen Ellyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2200 Grace and starts from $2,588.

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