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Wheaton, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wheaton?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Wheaton Studio Apartments | $2,078 | $1,195 | $3,132 |
Cheap Wheaton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,284 | $1,187 | $4,337 |
Cheap Wheaton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,401 | $6,363 |
Cheap Wheaton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $1,772 | $5,791 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wheaton, IL
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Wheaton, 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 Wheaton Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Wheaton | $2,953 | $1,395 | 57 |
Cheapest Available Wheaton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wheaton, IL is a Studio unit found at Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,195. Country Villas Apartments & Townhomes in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wheaton apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gentry Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Country Villas Apartments & Townhomes | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
1014 Burlington Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Wheaton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Parkside Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 700 SQ FT - RENOVATED | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
St. Charles Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Carol Stream Crossing | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,468 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wheaton, IL
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wheaton area is the $1.90 price per square foot Birdie Model at The Mark in the in the Northeast Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,089. The second greatest value Wheaton apartment is the B2 Model at Winfield Station starting at $2,104 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the South Wheaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wheaton apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Mark | Birdie | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
Winfield Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
Carol Stream Crossing | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | Two Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Courts Of Williamsburg | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
1014 Burlington Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
The Apartment Homes at 850 Front Street | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Wheaton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Country Villas Apartments & Townhomes | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wheaton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wheaton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wheaton is at Gentry Manor Apartments listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheaton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wheaton Apartment is $1,195 at Country Villas Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wheaton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wheaton is starting from $1,625 at Parkside Apartments.
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