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How much does it cost to rent a home in DeKalb County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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DeKalb County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,841 | $1,350 | $2,250 |
DeKalb County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,033 | $1,900 | $2,200 |
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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 The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $725. The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Terraces at Dekalb | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
New Suburban Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL
As of May 17, 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 $1,319 with a $1.10 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Amber Manor | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments | 2 Bedrooom TH NEW | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Colonial Apartments | 3 TH | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
Eco Park | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
413 E Hall St, Unit 307 | 413 E Hall St | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Anthos at DeKalb | 886 Regent Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments | 1 BD | 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Lincolnshire West | 1bu | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County
What type of rentals are currently available in DeKalb County?
There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL with pricing that ranges from $569 to $2,770. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in DeKalb County ranging from $650 to $2,650.
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 $2,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.
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