1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lee Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL (48 Rentals)

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Lee, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lee Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $1,795 | $2,993 |
Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,300 | $3,475 |
Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $2,250 | $5,124 |
Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $2,325 | $2,325 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lee Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Largest Available Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Lee area of Chicago, IL is found at Buckingham and is listed at 960 square feet priced from $2,255. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Buckingham | a3-buck | 960 Sq Ft | $2,255 |
Ellison | B8 | 921 Sq Ft | $2,889 |
Welkin Apartments | A7 | 821 Sq Ft | $2,493 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed + Den 2 Bath | 819 Sq Ft | $2,575 |
The Monarch | A4 | 792 Sq Ft | $1,939 |
Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 750 Sq Ft | $1,480 |
Cheapest Available Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Lee of Chicago, IL is the English Oak Model starting from $1,480 at Glen Oaks Commons. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lee is currently $2,425. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | $1,480 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,695 |
The Monarch | A4 | $1,939 |
Buckingham | a3-buck | $2,255 |
Welkin Apartments | A5 | $2,454 |
Ellison | B8 | $2,889 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLee, Des Plaines, IL
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Best Local Schools in Lee, Des Plaines, IL
Forest Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
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Best Local Schools in Lee, Des Plaines, IL
Forest Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lee Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Lee with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lee is at Glen Oaks Commons listed at $1,480.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lee Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lee is $2,425.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lee is a 960 square feet unit starting from $2,255 at Buckingham.
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