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Best Value Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the DeKalb County area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value DeKalb County apartment is the 5 TH Model at Old Orchard Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $0.81 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mason Townhouse Suites4 TH4BR,3BA$0.92
Old Orchard Apartments5 TH5BR,2.5BA$0.81
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty..5BR,2BA$0.98
Amber Manor3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.10
410 N 4th St, Unit 410.5410 N 4th St2BR,2BA$1.29
Colonial Apartments3 TH3BR,1.5BA$1.14
309 Ash Ct, Unit C309 Ash Ct2BR,1BA$1.16
413 E Hall St, Unit 301413 E Hall St2BR,1BA$1.19
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive2BR,2BA$1.29
Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments1 BD | 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.61

Frequently Asked Questions about DeKalb County

What type of rentals are currently available in DeKalb County?

There are currently 194 Apartments for Rent in DeKalb County, IL with pricing that ranges from $450 to $2,030. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in DeKalb County ranging from $650 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in DeKalb County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in DeKalb County ranges from $650 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,190.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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