
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Darien, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darien?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Darien Studio Apartments | $1,908 | $1,075 | $5,327 |
Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $990 | $6,053 |
Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $1,134 | $6,454 |
Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,680 | $6,492 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, IL is a Studio unit found at Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes in the Waterbury neighborhood priced from $1,360. Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,383. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darien apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes | Studio - 450 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,383 |
Promenade Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Colonial Gardens | G | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, IL
As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.77 price per square foot Brook Model at Farmingdale Apartments in the starting from $2,220. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the 681 56th Pl Model at 681 56th Pl, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Downtown Hinsdale neighborhood. 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. |
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Farmingdale Apartments | Brook | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
681 56th Pl, Unit 1 | 681 56th Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Courts of the Falling Waters | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
7461 Blackburn Ave, Unit #201 | 7461 Blackburn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Prentiss Creek at Downers Grove Apartments | Carter | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
ReNew Westmont | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
240 W Quincy St, Unit D | 240 W Quincy St | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Idyllwild Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Colonial Gardens | E | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Getting Around Darien, IL
Walk Score®
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Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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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 Windsor Lakes Apartment Homes listed at $1,360.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $1,383 at Acclaim at Hinsdale Lake.
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 $1,495 at Colonial Gardens.
What is the most affordable Darien Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Darien Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colonial Gardens and starts from $1,680.
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