Cheap Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL from $400 (20 Rentals)

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829 Greenbrier
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

829 Greenbrier

829 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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917 Edgebrook Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Waterman Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterman Gardens

215 E Duffy RdWaterman, IL 60556
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Sycamore Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Manor

849 Dekalb AveSycamore, IL 60178
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Somonauk Garden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Somonauk Garden

405 W Lasalle StSomonauk, IL 60552
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Sycamore Meadows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Meadows

1701 Longwood DrSycamore, IL 60178
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Malta Manor II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Malta Manor II

200 N 2nd StMalta, IL 60150
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Russell Road
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Road

822-828 Russell RdDekalb, IL 60115
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Hall Street Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hall Street Lofts

413 E Hall StSandwich, IL 60548
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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 Amber Manor in the Dekalb neighborhood priced from $639. University Heights Apartments in the Dekalb neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable DeKalb County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amber ManorStudio B 60%Studio,1BA$639
University Heights Apartments1B1BR,1BA$895
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1,075
Anthos at DeKalbAnthos at DeKalb2BR,2BA$1,195
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 3 Model at Eco Park starting at $1,355 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Dekalb neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for DeKalb County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.93
Eco Park33BR,2BA$1.39
Anthos at DeKalbAnthos at DeKalb2BR,2BA$1.33
The Terraces at DekalbLincoln Hwy 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.43
University Heights Apartments1B1BR,1BA$1.58
Amber ManorStudio B 60%Studio ,1BA$2.46

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap DeKalb County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in DeKalb County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in DeKalb County is at Amber Manor listed at $639.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment is $789 at Amber Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom DeKalb County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in DeKalb County is starting from $1,009 at Amber Manor.

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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.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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