Cheap Homes for Rent in DeKalb County, IL from $600 (5 Rentals)

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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
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell RoadRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL

As of April 13, 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 2 Bedrooom TH NEW Model at St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Reston Ponds 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
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments2 Bedrooom TH NEW2BR,2BA$1.33
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.92
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.24
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1gu1BR,1BA$1.57
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County

What type of rentals are currently available in DeKalb County?

There are currently 205 Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,270. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in DeKalb County ranging from $650 to $2,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in DeKalb County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in DeKalb County ranges from $650 to $2,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,606.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in DeKalb County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in DeKalb County range from $930 to $1,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,040.

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