Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $1,000 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Des Plaines.

Park Ridge Commons

Glen Oaks Commons

Courtyards On The Park

The Monarch

Ellison
Downtown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Des Plaines?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Des Plaines Studio Apartments | $2,085 | $1,643 | $2,750 |
Downtown Des Plaines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $1,300 | $3,589 |
Downtown Des Plaines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,661 | $1,669 | $4,575 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Des Plaines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Des Plaines area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Glen Oaks Commons priced from $1,480. Park Ridge Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Downtown Des Plaines apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Park Ridge Commons | EIGHT05 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
The Monarch | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,643 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Des Plaines, IL
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Des Plaines area is the $2.07 price per square foot Schindler w/ Den Model at Renew Five Ninety Five in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value Downtown Des Plaines apartment is the 1 Bed + Den 2 Bath Model at Des Plaines Tower starting at $2,575 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Des Plaines apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Renew Five Ninety Five | Schindler w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed + Den 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Buckingham | a3-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Kingston Pointe Apartments | A3 - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Park Ridge Commons | EIGHT10 | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Welkin Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
488 E 5th Ct, Unit B | 488 E 5th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Large Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Ellison | A2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Des Plaines, Des Plaines, IL
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Des Plaines, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Des Plaines Neighborhood in Des Plaines, IL
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 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 Des Plaines Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Des Plaines?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is at The Monarch listed at $1,643.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment is $1,480 at Glen Oaks Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Des Plaines Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Des Plaines is starting from $1,684 at Park Ridge Commons.
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