3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL (39 Rentals)

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Russell Road
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Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Cardinal Apartments
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Cardinal Apartments

823 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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820-822 Edgebrook Dr
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820-822 Edgebrook Dr

820-822 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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820 Kimberly Dr
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820 Kimberly Dr

820 Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115

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1053 Ridge Dr
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1053 Ridge Dr

1053 Ridge DrDekalb, IL 60115
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430-432 Russell Rd
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430-432 Russell Rd

430-432 Russell RdDekalb, 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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1111 Spiros Ct
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1111 Spiros Ct

1111 Spiros CtDekalb, IL 60115
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415-417 Pine
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415-417 Pine

415-417 PineDekalb, IL 60115

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Dekalb 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 10, 2025

There are currently 43 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Dekalb, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $930 to $1,500. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Dekalb with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
DeKalb15$1,250$930
Devonaire Farms14$1,250$930
Rivermist9$1,250$930
Downtown DeKalb5$1,287$930

Largest Available Dekalb and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is found at New Suburban Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood and is 1,284 square feet priced from $1,500. Cortland Estates in the Reston Ponds neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,121 square feet and currently listed start at $1,484. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
New Suburban Apartments3 Bedroom1,284 Sq Ft$1,500
Cortland EstatesThree Bedroom1,121 Sq Ft$1,484
Eco Park3975 Sq Ft$1,250
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 3 Bed0 Sq Ft$1,250
The Terraces at DekalbRidge Drive 3 Bed0 Sq Ft$1,025
Hunter Star Properties3 BD w/ Study0 Sq Ft$1,120
The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier RoadGreenbrier Road 3 Bed0 Sq Ft$1,025

Cheapest Available Dekalb and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 10, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is the Greenbrier Road 3 Bed Model starting from $1,025 at The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Dekalb 3 Bedroom is the Greenbrier Road 3 Bed Model at The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road starting at $1,025 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dekalb is currently $1,246. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Terraces at DekalbGreenbrier Road 3 Bed$1,025
The Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier RoadGreenbrier Road 3 Bed$1,025
Hunter Star Properties3 Bed 1 bath$1,120
Eco Park3$1,250
The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge DriveRidge Drive 3 Bed$1,250
Cortland EstatesThree Bedroom$1,484
New Suburban Apartments3 Bedroom$1,500

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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

Walk Score®

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 3 Bedroom Dekalb Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dekalb with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Dekalb is at The Terraces at Dekalb listed at $1,025.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dekalb is $1,246.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dekalb is a 1,284 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at New Suburban Apartments.

What is the average size for Dekalb 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Dekalb is currently 1,746 sq ft.

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