Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood of Dekalb, IL from $500 (9 Rentals)

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Downtown DeKalb, Dekalb, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown DeKalb Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown DeKalb area of Dekalb, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Varsity Square Apartments priced from $845. Lincolnshire West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,035. Here are the most affordable Downtown DeKalb apartments for rent in Dekalb, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$845
Lincolnshire West1bu1BR,1BA$1,035
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty2BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown DeKalb, IL

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown DeKalb 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 Downtown DeKalb apartment is the 1gu Model at Lincolnshire West starting at $1,085 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown DeKalb apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Lincolnshire West1gu1BR,1BA$1.57
Varsity Square Apartments1 Bedroom without dining room1BR,1BA$1.69
University Plaza ApartmentsA1 Floor Plan - Sold Out!1BR,1BA$3.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Dekalb, Dekalb, IL

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Dekalb, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown DeKalb Neighborhood in Dekalb, IL

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown DeKalb Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartment is $845 at Varsity Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown DeKalb Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown DeKalb is starting from $1,200 at Barrington Plaza Realty.

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