Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL from $400 (25 Rentals)

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829 Greenbrier
Studio Apartments

829 Greenbrier

829 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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917 Edgebrook Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Husky Ridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Husky Ridge Apartments

837 W Hillcrest DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Russell Road
3 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Star Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Star Apartments

623-801 Lucinda AveDekalb, IL 60115
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James Court Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

James Court Apartments

2510 N 1st StDekalb, IL 60115
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Sycamore Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Manor

849 Dekalb AveSycamore, IL 60178
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Sycamore Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Meadows

1701 Longwood DrSycamore, IL 60178
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Dekalb, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dekalb, IL

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dekalb, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dekalb Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown DeKalb$1,650$550521
DeKalb$2,270$5502745
Devonaire Farms$2,270$5502715
Rivermist$2,270$5692054

Cheapest Available Dekalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dekalb, IL is a Studio unit found at Amber Manor in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $609. University Heights Apartments in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dekalb apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber ManorStudio One BathroomStudio,1BA$609
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio,1BA$699
The Terraces at DekalbRussell Road StudioStudio,1BA$725
New Suburban ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dekalb area is the $0.91 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,010. The second greatest value Dekalb apartment is the Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty starting at $1,650 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dekalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.91
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.28
309 Ash Ct, Unit A309 Ash Ct2BR,1BA$1.05
Meadowlark Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.20
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.24
Ashbury Court2B2BR,1BA$1.18
Lincolnshire West1gu1BR,1BA$1.57
University Heights ApartmentsStStudio ,1BA$1.61

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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 Cheap Dekalb Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dekalb?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dekalb is under $1,115.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dekalb?

The cheapest apartment in Dekalb is Varsity Square Apartments which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Dekalb costs $2,115.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dekalb?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 588 regular apartments in Dekalb that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dekalb?

Cheap apartments in Dekalb have an average cost of $204 which is $1,911 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dekalb.

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