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15 Briar St

Glen EllynIL60137
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1039 College Ave

WheatonIL60187

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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 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,345
Carol Stream CrossingOak1BR,1BA$1,370
Parkside Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Glen Ellyn area is the $2.00 price per square foot 484 Western Ave Model at 484 Western Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Glen Ellyn apartment is the Berkshire Model at 2200 Grace starting at $2,618 with a $1.82 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.
484 Western Ave, Unit 2484 Western Ave3BR,2BA$2.00
2200 GraceBerkshire3BR,2BA$1.82
The Easton Downers GroveCullen2BR,2BA$2.14
Carol Stream CrossingHawthorne2BR,1.5BA$1.89
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
400 East1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.83
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Ellyn

What type of rentals are currently available in Glen Ellyn?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL with pricing that ranges from $530 to $8,923. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Glen Ellyn ranging from $1,200 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Glen Ellyn?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Glen Ellyn ranges from $1,200 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,702.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Glen Ellyn?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Glen Ellyn range from $1,772 to $6,456, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,199.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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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.

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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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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