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High Meadows Apartments
1400 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
Cheap Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL from $400 (23 Rentals)
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University Village Apartments
722 N Annie Glidden RdDekalb, IL 60115
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The Terraces at Dekalb
1100 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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1037 Spiros CtDekalb, IL 60115
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University Heights Apartments
1110 Varsity BlvdDekalb, IL 60115
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1400 Twombly RdDekalb, IL 60115
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15226 Creek Rd
SandwichIL60548
908 Greenbrier Rd
DekalbIL60115
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road
830-836 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road
914 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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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 | $793 | $575 | $1,400 |
| DeKalb County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $635 | $1,653 |
| DeKalb County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,103 | $450 | $2,157 |
| DeKalb County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $789 | $1,500 |
| DeKalb County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,564 | $1,090 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available DeKalb County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in DeKalb County, IL is a Studio unit found at The Terraces at Dekalb in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood priced from $725. The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable DeKalb County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road | Russell Road Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| University Heights Apartments | St | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive | Ridge Drive 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.98 price per square foot Barrington Plaza Realty.. Model at Barrington Plaza Realty in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 2 Bedrooom TH NEW Model at St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments starting at $1,680 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Reston Ponds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for DeKalb County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| St. Albans Greens Townhouses and Apartments | 2 Bedrooom TH NEW | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Anthos at DeKalb | 886 Regent Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Amber Manor | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 618 Leonard Ave, Unit Upper | 618 Leonard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Small Corner 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| University Heights Apartments | St | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
| University Plaza Apartments | A1 Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap DeKalb County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in DeKalb County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in DeKalb County is under $1,329.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in DeKalb County?
The cheapest apartment in DeKalb County is The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in DeKalb County costs $2,235.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in DeKalb County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in DeKalb County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in DeKalb County?
Cheap apartments in DeKalb County have an average cost of $424 which is $1,811 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in DeKalb County.
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