
Cheap Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL from $400 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in DeKalb County.


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The Terraces at Dekalb

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The Terraces at Dekalb on Russell Road

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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 | $778 | $575 | $1,400 |
| DeKalb County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $500 | $1,653 |
| DeKalb County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $450 | $1,900 |
| DeKalb County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $769 | $1,500 |
| DeKalb County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $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 | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL
As of October 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 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Amber Manor starting at $1,324 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Devonaire Farms 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Plaza Realty | Barrington Plaza Realty.. | 5BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Amber Manor | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Colonial Apartments | 3 TH | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Ashbury Court | 3 B | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Anthos at DeKalb | 886 Regent Drive | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Lincolnshire West | 2bu | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Varsity Square Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| 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 | $3.06 |
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 $1,200.
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 $2,180.
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 24 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 $434 which is $1,746 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in DeKalb County.
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