
Cheap Homes for Rent in Darien, IL from $1,000 (35 Rentals)
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136 Ann St

512 Porter St

7410 Brookdale Dr

7410 Brookdale Dr, Unit 109

7422 Brookdale Dr, Unit 211

9S025 Lake Dr, Unit 10-204

8104 Waterbury Ct

6182 Pinewood Ct

2210 Country Club Dr
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5900 Oakwood Dr

1101 Florence Ave

6113 Knoll Wood Rd

626 S Cass Ave

39 Stirling Ln

140 Lincoln Oaks Dr

545 Burlington Ave, Unit 205

411 Lincoln Oaks Dr

31 Stirling Ln

293 Lincoln Oaks Dr

114 MacArthur Dr

180 Lincoln Oaks Dr

222 Cass St

135 MacArthur Dr

60 Ascot Ln

222 Lincoln Oaks Dr

7730 Wildwood Ct

2419 Ogden Ave

6174 Knoll Ln Ct

122 Lincoln Oaks Dr

6101 Knoll Wood Rd

88 Ascot Ln

308 Lincoln Oaks Dr

186 59th St

480 74th St, Unit 206
Darien, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Darien?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Darien 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,154 | $1,500 | $3,450 |
Darien 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,228 | $2,250 | $5,500 |
Darien 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,833 | $2,299 | $7,000 |
Darien 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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 $1,275. 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 | $1,275 |
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 |
Promenade Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Willowbrook Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
Colonial Gardens | G | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
TGM Willowbrook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Natural Falls Resort Apartments | Plan L | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of March 25, 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 |
ReNew Westmont | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
The Clarendon Apartment Homes | The Griffin | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Darien
What type of rentals are currently available in Darien?
There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL with pricing that ranges from $990 to $5,832. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Darien ranging from $1,050 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Darien?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Darien ranges from $1,050 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,698.
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.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
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.

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.

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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.