2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dekalb, IL (79 Rentals)

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917 Edgebrook Dr
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917 Edgebrook Dr

917 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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Cardinal Apartments
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Cardinal Apartments

823 W Lincoln HwyDekalb, IL 60115
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Ashbury East
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Ashbury East

807 W Taylor StDekalb, IL 60115
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Anthos at DeKalb
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Anthos at DeKalb

886-894 Regent DrDekalb, IL 60115
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820-822 Edgebrook Dr
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820-822 Edgebrook Dr

820-822 Edgebrook DrDekalb, IL 60115
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311 W Roosevelt St
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311 W Roosevelt St

311 W Roosevelt StDekalb, IL 60115
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309 Ash Ct
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309 Ash Ct

309 Ash CtDekalb, IL 60115

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907 Kimberly Dr
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907 Kimberly Dr

907 Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115
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830 Edgebrook Ave
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830 Edgebrook Ave

830 Edgebrook AveDekalb, IL 60115
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820 Kimberly Dr
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820 Kimberly Dr

820 Kimberly DrDekalb, IL 60115
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824 Greenbrier Rd
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824 Greenbrier Rd

824 Greenbrier RdDekalb, IL 60115
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528 College Ave
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528 College Ave

528 College AveDekalb, IL 60115
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209 Pardridge Pl
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209 Pardridge Pl

209 Pardridge PlDekalb, IL 60115
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304-306 S 1st St
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304-306 S 1st St

304-306 S 1st StDekalb, IL 60115

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1126 Pleasant St
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1126 Pleasant St

1126 Pleasant StDekalb, IL 60115

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Dekalb 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 14, 2025

There are currently 98 available 2 Bedroom apartment units in Dekalb, IL neighborhoods that range in price from $450 to $1,900. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Dekalb with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
DeKalb29$969$450
Devonaire Farms28$969$450
Downtown DeKalb28$969$450
Rivermist13$922$725

Largest Available Dekalb and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is found at Barrington Plaza Realty in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood and is 1,640 square feet priced from $1,200. Amber Manor has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 985 square feet and currently listed start at $919. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty1,640 Sq Ft$1,200
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom985 Sq Ft$919
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive900 Sq Ft$1,165
University Plaza ApartmentsB5 Floor Plan (Double Occupancy*) - Sold Out!697 Sq Ft$450

Cheapest Available Dekalb and Nearby 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 14, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Dekalb, IL is the 2 Bedroom One Bathroom Model starting from $919 at Amber Manor in the Devonaire Farms neighborhood. The second most affordable Dekalb 2 Bedroom is the 2BD Model at Hunter Star Properties starting at $1,085 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Dekalb is currently $1,054. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Dekalb:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Amber Manor2 Bedroom One Bathroom$919
Hunter Star Properties2BD$1,085
Anthos at DeKalb886 Regent Drive$1,165
Barrington Plaza RealtyBarrington Plaza Realty$1,200
Agora Tower2 BD | 2 BA$1,650
City Hall Suites2 BD | 2 BA$1,700

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Dekalb Overview

The DeKalb area in Illinois is an excellent area to live with your family away from the big cities. As a college town, DeKalb is a quiet and less violent residential area built around Northern Illinois University. People mostly love the city's charm and appeal of the DeKalb apartments. There are also numerous things to do in DeKalb, including annual festivals, tourist attraction centers, and other landmarks for family fun events. This is an excellent place to raise a family and live a quiet life. If you are looking to move to DeKalb, IL, here is a guide to finding the perfect place to live.

Why live in Dekalb, IL?

The cost of living in the area adds up to be great for anyone planning to live here for a long time. At the same time, the apartments in DeKalb have clean water, an aspect that has contributed to its recent growth. The best thing about living in DeKalb is that it is a lovely town away from big cities. There are excellent family-friendly activities and sports for kids in town with some great dining options as well. The city has a fantastic nightlife, restaurants, and shops. The area has a friendly, rural atmosphere with some commercial projects boosting the town's economy. With a slightly more than 40,000, DeKalb offers one of the best escapes from the city's busy life. According to the recent data, the town's median income is $44, 596 with a medium home value of $162 889.

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Getting Around Dekalb, IL

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Dekalb Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Dekalb with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Dekalb is at Amber Manor listed at $919.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Dekalb is $1,054.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Dekalb Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dekalb is a 1,640 square feet unit starting from $1,200 at Barrington Plaza Realty.

What is the average size for Dekalb 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Dekalb is currently 831 sq ft.

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