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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell RoadRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Amber Manor3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments2 Bedrooom TH NEW2BR,2BA$1.33
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
413 E Hall St, Unit 307413 E Hall St3BR,2BA$1.39
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.24
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,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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