
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL Under $1,200 (28 Rentals)


Varsity Square Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive

University Village Apartments

Hunter Star Properties

Amber Manor
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The Terraces at Dekalb

Ashbury Court

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments

336 College Ave, Unit 2W

209 Bush St

223 W Locust St
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908 Greenbrier Rd

Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

917 Edgebrook Dr

Parkside Drive Apartments

Ellwood View Apartments

Cardinal Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road
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Ashbury East

Husky Ridge Apartments

James Court Apartments

Timbercrest Apartments

1117 S Cross St

Sycamore Meadows

Sycamore Manor
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Dekalb, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dekalb?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dekalb Studio Apartments | $781 | $600 | $1,400 |
| Dekalb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $700 | $1,450 |
| Dekalb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,157 | $900 | $1,900 |
| Dekalb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $1,070 | $1,648 |
| Dekalb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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Jefferson Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Dekalb is $980.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dekalb is a 700 square feet unit starting from $789 at Amber Manor.
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
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