
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norma Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL from $900 (15 Rentals)
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Norma, Des Plaines, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Norma Studio Apartments | $2,038 | $1,245 | $2,706 |
Norma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $1,280 | $3,996 |
Norma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,607 | $4,613 |
Norma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $2,100 | $4,185 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Norma Neighborhood of Des Plaines, IL.
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Cheapest Available Norma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Norma area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Des Plaines South priced from $1,295. The Element has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,509. Here are the most affordable Norma apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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ReNew Des Plaines South | Des Plaines South - Efficiency 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
The Element | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,509 |
ReNew Des Plaines North | Des Plaines North - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Large Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,522 |
Orion Prospect | Edison | 1BR,1BA | $1,583 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norma, IL
As of April 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norma area is the $1.89 price per square foot 65 Dover Dr Model at 65 Dover Dr, Unit 2 in the in the Norma neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Norma 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 Norma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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65 Dover Dr, Unit 2 | 65 Dover Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
Des Plaines Tower | 1 Bed + Den 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Buckingham | a3-buck | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Mount Prospect Greens | 2x1AR - Renovated Evanston | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Large Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
ReNew Des Plaines North | Des Plaines North - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
The Eclipse at 1450 | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
The Element | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Orion Prospect | Logan | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
ReNew Des Plaines South | Des Plaines South - Efficiency 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorma, Des Plaines, IL
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Best Local Schools in Norma, Des Plaines, IL
Terrace Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
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Best Local Schools in Norma, Des Plaines, IL
Terrace Elementary School
Maine West High School
Algonquin Middle School
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Norma Apartment is $1,295 at ReNew Des Plaines South.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Norma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Norma is starting from $1,688 at The Element.
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