
Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL (229 Rentals)


Eco Park

City Hall Suites

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Varsity Square Apartments

Isaac Executive Suites

Agora Tower

Prairie Creek Townhomes

University Plaza Apartments

New Suburban Apartments
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Lucinda Oaks Apartments

Cortland Estates

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

Amber Manor

Mason Townhouse Suites

St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments

Old Orchard Townhouses

Colonial House
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Ashbury Court

Colonial Townhouses

The Terraces at Dekalb

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

280 Bent Grass Cir, Unit c

329 W Exchange St

336 College Ave, Unit 2W

822 Edgebrook Dr, Unit 822 Edgebrook 3

820 Edgebrook Dr
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209 Bush St

1117 S Cross St

115 S Main St

223 W Locust St

51 E Church St

812 Greenbrier Rd

811 Greenbrier Rd

908 Greenbrier Rd

837 Normal Rd

204 W Locust St
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325 N 7th St

1489 Stonefield Dr

209 W Royal Dr

436 Russell Rd

1747 Goldenrod Turn

17093 Somonauk Rd

384 Horizon Ln

555 N Strack St

412 N Grainger Ln

243 W Klein Ave
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DeKalb County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in DeKalb County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeKalb County Studio Apartments | $781 | $600 | $1,400 |
| DeKalb County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $994 | $700 | $1,450 |
| DeKalb County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $900 | $1,900 |
| DeKalb County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $1,070 | $1,500 |
| DeKalb County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in DeKalb County, IL?
As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 229 available DeKalb County apartments priced from $600 to $2,500, with an average monthly rent of $1,072.
How much are Studio apartments in DeKalb County?
There are currently 41 Studio Apartments in DeKalb County with rent ranges from $600 to $1,400 with an average price of $781.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom DeKalb County Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in DeKalb County ranges from $700 to $1,450 with an average monthly rent of $994.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb County cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in DeKalb County range from $900 to $1,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,175.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.