
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL from $900 (53 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-Chicago - Darien

1110 Chalet Dr

7718 Wildwood Ct

1114-1134 Chalet Dr

Cano Apartments

8402 Captons Ln

7413 Brookdale Dr
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Grace View Apartments

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602 S Cass Ave, Unit 1

King Arthur Apartments

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7935 Edgewood Ct, Unit Bachelor's

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Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake

Courts of the Falling Waters

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ReNew Westmont

226 Lemont St

5125 Blodgett, Unit 215

10 Oak Ave

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Twin Lake Towers

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5142 Fairview Ave, Unit 8

709 W 65th St

110 W 66th St

The Hinsdale

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Burr Ridge

Brook on Janes

716 W 65th St

5110 Fairview

602 S Cass Ave

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Greenleaf

Promenade Apartments

6184 Pinewood Ct

Axis at Westmont

Eagle Creek Apartments

16W535 79th St

49 W 66th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darien?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Darien Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,100 | $2,595 |
| Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $975 | $3,100 |
| Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,389 | $3,945 |
| Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $1,825 | $3,479 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Grace View Apartments priced from $975. King Arthur Apartments in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darien apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grace View Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| King Arthur Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | Studio - 450 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
| Willowbrook Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| Greenleaf | 0x1 - 399 | Studio,1BA | $1,389 |
| Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Brooklyn | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.91 price per square foot 3x1 Model at ReNew Westmont in the in the Cass Lake Village neighborhood starting from $2,539. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Plan A Model at Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake starting at $1,928 with a $1.52 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Darien apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Westmont | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Plan A | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 16W780 57th St | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 640 56th Pl, Unit GARDEN | 640 56th Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Clarendon Apartment Homes | The Griffin | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Brooklyn | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - sold out | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Willowbrook Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Grace View Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Darien Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Darien?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Darien is at King Arthur Apartments listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $975 at Grace View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Darien Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Darien is starting from $1,389 at Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake.
What is the most affordable Darien Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Darien Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake and starts from $1,928.
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