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Metropolitan Square, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Metropolitan Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Metropolitan Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,429 | $2,200 | $2,700 |
Metropolitan Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,233 | $3,200 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Metropolitan Square Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metropolitan Square, IL
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metropolitan Square area is the $2.29 price per square foot a3-buck Model at Buckingham in the in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Metropolitan Square apartment is the 1 bed 1 bath (no W/D in unit) Model at Des Plaines Tower starting at $1,695 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Metropolitan Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metropolitan Square apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Buckingham | a3-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 bed 1 bath (no W/D in unit) | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Ellison | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Glen Oaks Commons | English Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
The Monarch | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.68 |
Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Metropolitan Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Metropolitan Square?
There are currently 152 Apartments for Rent in Metropolitan Square, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $5,510. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metropolitan Square ranging from $1,400 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Metropolitan Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Metropolitan Square ranges from $1,400 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,456.
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