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917 Edgebrook Dr
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917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Ashbury East
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Ashbury East

807 W Taylor StDekalb, IL 60115
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Cardinal Apartments
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Cardinal Apartments

823 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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Plaza DeKalb
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Plaza DeKalb

201-205 E Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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223 S 2nd St
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223 S 2nd St

223 S 2nd StDekalb, IL 60115
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350 Augusta Ave
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350 Augusta Ave

350 Augusta AveDekalb, IL 60115
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835 Kimberly Dr
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835 Kimberly Dr

835 Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115
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1217 Blackhawk Rd
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1217 Blackhawk Rd

1217 Blackhawk RdDekalb, IL 60115
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912 Edgebrook Dr
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912 Edgebrook Dr

912 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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1103 Glidden Ave
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1103 Glidden Ave

1103 Glidden AveDekalb, IL 60115
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528 College Ave
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528 College Ave

528 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
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419 Garden Rd
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419 Garden Rd

419 Garden RdDekalb, IL 60115
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316 S 2nd St
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316 S 2nd St

316 S 2nd StDekalb, IL 60115
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1126 Pleasant St
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1126 Pleasant St

1126 Pleasant StDekalb, IL 60115
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833 Kimberly Dr
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833 Kimberly Dr

833 Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115
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631 Lucinda Ave
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631 Lucinda Ave

631 Lucinda AveDekalb, IL 60115
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515 E Taylor St
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515 E Taylor St

515 E Taylor StDekalb, IL 60115
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830 Edgebrook Ave
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830 Edgebrook Ave

830 Edgebrook AveDekalb, IL 60115
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Dekalb 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 28, 2025

There are currently 50 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Dekalb, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $550 to $1,450. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Dekalb with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
DeKalb16$905$550
Devonaire Farms15$905$550
Rivermist10$905$635
Downtown DeKalb9$915$550

Largest Available Dekalb and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is found at Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood and is 800 square feet priced from $1,450. Lincolnshire West has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 690 square feet and currently listed start at $1,035. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA800 Sq Ft$1,450
Lincolnshire West1bu690 Sq Ft$1,035
University Heights Apartments1 T600 Sq Ft$870
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room500 Sq Ft$845
New Suburban Apartments1 Bedroom495 Sq Ft$900
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed0 Sq Ft$825
Agora Tower1 BD | 1 BA0 Sq Ft$1,450
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA0 Sq Ft$1,400

Cheapest Available Dekalb and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is the Ridge Drive 1 Bed Model starting from $825 at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Dekalb 1 Bedroom is the Ridge Drive 1 Bed Model at The Terraces at Dekalb starting at $825 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Dekalb is currently $919. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 1 Bed$825
The Terraces at DekalbRidge Drive 1 Bed$825
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room$845
University Heights Apartments1 T$870
New Suburban Apartments1 Bedroom$900
Lincolnshire West1bu$1,035
City Hall Suites1 BD | 1 BA$1,400
Agora Tower1 BD | 1 BA$1,450
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA$1,450

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Dekalb Overview

The DeKalb area in Illinois is an excellent area to live with your family away from the big cities. As a college town, DeKalb is a quiet and less violent residential area built around Northern Illinois University. People mostly love the city's charm and appeal of the DeKalb apartments. There are also numerous things to do in DeKalb, including annual festivals, tourist attraction centers, and other landmarks for family fun events. This is an excellent place to raise a family and live a quiet life. If you are looking to move to DeKalb, IL, here is a guide to finding the perfect place to live.

Why live in Dekalb, IL?

The cost of living in the area adds up to be great for anyone planning to live here for a long time. At the same time, the apartments in DeKalb have clean water, an aspect that has contributed to its recent growth. The best thing about living in DeKalb is that it is a lovely town away from big cities. There are excellent family-friendly activities and sports for kids in town with some great dining options as well. The city has a fantastic nightlife, restaurants, and shops. The area has a friendly, rural atmosphere with some commercial projects boosting the town's economy. With a slightly more than 40,000, DeKalb offers one of the best escapes from the city's busy life. According to the recent data, the town's median income is $44, 596 with a medium home value of $162 889.

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Getting Around Dekalb, IL

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46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dekalb with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Dekalb is at The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive listed at $825.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dekalb is $919.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dekalb is a 800 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments.

What is the average size for Dekalb 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Dekalb is currently 594 sq ft.

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