Cheap Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL from $400 (30 Rentals)

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829 Greenbrier
Studio Apartments

829 Greenbrier

829 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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917 Edgebrook Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Waterman Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterman Gardens

215 E Duffy RdWaterman, IL 60556
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Sycamore Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Manor

849 Dekalb AveSycamore, IL 60178
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Somonauk Garden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somonauk Garden

405 W Lasalle StSomonauk, IL 60552
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Husky Ridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Husky Ridge Apartments

837 W Hillcrest DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Sycamore Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Meadows

1701 Longwood DrSycamore, IL 60178
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Malta Manor II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Malta Manor II

200 N 2nd StMalta, IL 60150
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Russell Road
3 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Star Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Star Apartments

623-801 Lucinda AveDekalb, IL 60115
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James Court Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

James Court Apartments

2510 N 1st StDekalb, IL 60115
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Hall Street Lofts
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hall Street Lofts

413 E Hall StSandwich, IL 60548
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Cheapest Available DeKalb County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in DeKalb County, IL is a Studio unit found at University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $699. The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable DeKalb County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$699
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
Ashbury CourtSTStudio,1BA$775
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$845
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$909
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1,035
Meadowlark Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,090
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1,115
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty2BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.98 price per square foot Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Amber Manor starting at $1,419 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for DeKalb County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Amber Manor3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.18
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments2 Bedrooom TH NEW2BR,2BA$1.33
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
Meadowlark Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.20
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.24
Lincolnshire West1gu1BR,1BA$1.57
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$1.69
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap DeKalb County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in DeKalb County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in DeKalb County is at University Heights Apartments listed at $699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment is $845 at Varsity Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb County is starting from $909 at Amber Manor.

What is the most affordable DeKalb County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap DeKalb County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Heights Apartments and starts from $1,040.

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