
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL from $900 (22 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darien?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Darien Studio Apartments | $1,720 | $1,050 | $5,198 |
Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $990 | $5,979 |
Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $1,134 | $6,116 |
Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,680 | $5,416 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, IL is a Studio unit found at Promenade Apartments in the International Center neighborhood priced from $1,195. Colonial Manor in the Cass Lake Village 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 Darien apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Promenade Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Colonial Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
King Arthur Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | Studio - 450 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,280 |
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Brooklyn | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Courts of the Falling Waters in the in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the 7461 Blackburn Ave Model at 7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #201 starting at $1,980 with a $1.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Darien apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Courts of the Falling Waters | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #201 | 7461 Blackburn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Axis at Westmont | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
Dynasty Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom Electric | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Colonial Gardens | E | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
King Arthur Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Colonial Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Bike Score®
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Darien Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Darien?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Darien is at Promenade Apartments listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $1,195 at Colonial Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Darien Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Darien is starting from $1,375 at King Arthur Apartments.
What is the most affordable Darien Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Darien Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Gardens and starts from $1,680.
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