
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL from $900 (24 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 | $1,693 | $1,000 | $3,865 |
Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $990 | $5,349 |
Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,134 | $6,454 |
Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $1,680 | $6,492 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, IL is a Studio unit found at King Arthur Apartments in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood priced from $1,050. Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,383. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,383 |
Willowbrook Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
Promenade Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.75 price per square foot 3x1 Model at ReNew Westmont in the in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood starting from $2,325. 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 . 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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ReNew Westmont | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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 | $1.99 |
Dynasty Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom Electric | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
240 W Quincy St, Unit D | 240 W Quincy St | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Colonial Gardens | E | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
5125 Blodgett Ave, Unit apt. 315 | 5125 Blodgett Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Getting Around Darien, IL
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
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Bike Score®
51 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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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 King Arthur Apartments listed at $1,050.
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 $1,495 at Colonial Gardens.
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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