
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL Under $1,500 (34 Rentals)


Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

City Hall Suites

Lincolnshire West

Agora Tower

University Plaza Apartments

New Suburban Apartments

The Terraces at Dekalb on Ridge Drive
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Hillcrest Drive

University Village Apartments

Amber Manor

Hunter Star Properties

The Terraces at Dekalb

Ashbury Court

University Heights Apartments

High Meadows Apartments
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701 Blackstone Ct

702 Normal Rd

908 Greenbrier Rd

217 Anne St

Terraces at Dekalb on Greenbrier Road

917 Edgebrook Dr

Parkside Drive Apartments

Ellwood View Apartments
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The Terraces at Dekalb on Normal Road

Cardinal Apartments

Ashbury East

Husky Ridge Apartments

James Court Apartments

Timbercrest Apartments

1117 S Cross St

175 Liberty Ln
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Sycamore Manor
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dekalb?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dekalb Studio Apartments | $833 | $600 | $1,400 |
| Dekalb 1 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $700 | $1,450 |
| Dekalb 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $450 | $1,900 |
| Dekalb 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $1,050 | $1,648 |
| Dekalb 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $1,295 | $2,050 |
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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 $997.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dekalb is a 520 square feet unit starting from $1,199 at University Plaza Apartments.
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