
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Darien, IL Local Guide

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 | $1,749 | $1,050 | $5,198 |
Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $990 | $6,053 |
Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $1,134 | $5,616 |
Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $1,680 | $4,923 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at King Arthur Apartments in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood priced from $1,250. Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes in the Four Lakes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,270. 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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King Arthur Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | Studio - 510 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Brooklyn | 1BR,1BA | $1,301 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,309 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.99 price per square foot 5133 Fairview Ave Model at 5133 Fairview Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Courts of the Falling Waters starting at $2,170 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood. 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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5133 Fairview Ave, Unit 3 | 5133 Fairview Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
Courts of the Falling Waters | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #201 | 7461 Blackburn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
The Clarendon Apartment Homes | The Griffin | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
ReNew Westmont | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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 |
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Walk Score®
47 / 100
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Bike Score®
51 / 100
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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 Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes listed at $1,270.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $1,250 at King Arthur Apartments.
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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